# Dominican Republic foreign ministry leadership change > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dominican-republic-foreign-ministry-leadership-change > Updated: 2026-08-22T03:36:48.000Z. Sources: 14. Developments: 2. Víctor Ito Bisonó has assumed office as the Minister of Foreign Affairs for the Dominican Republic following his appointment by President Luis Abinader via Decree 554-26. He succeeds Roberto Álvarez, who held the position for six years. Upon taking office, Bisonó engaged in initial diplomatic activities, including a meeting with United States Ambassador Leah Francis Campos to discuss bilateral cooperation regarding trade, investment, and security. He also held working sessions with Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MIREX) officials to ensure the continuity of foreign policy processes. Bisonó has outlined a focus on defending national sovereignty and professionalizing the diplomatic corps. To improve communication between the central headquarters and diplomatic missions abroad, he introduced a technological initiative using QR codes to facilitate direct feedback and project submissions to the Chancellor’s office. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-22: Víctor Ito Bisonó appointed Dominican Republic Foreign Minister Víctor Ito Bisonó has been appointed as the Dominican Republic’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs, prioritizing national interest and improved communication with overseas diplomatic missions. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vctor-ito-bison-appointed-dominican-republic-foreign-minister ### 2026-08-17: Víctor Ito Bisonó begins tenure as Dominican Foreign Minister New Dominican Foreign Minister Víctor Ito Bisonó has begun his tenure by meeting with US Ambassador Leah Francis Campos to reaffirm bilateral cooperation and reviewing internal ministry priorities. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vctor-bison-sworn-in-as-dominican-republic-foreign-minister --- Cite as: Dominican Republic foreign ministry leadership change. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/dominican-republic-foreign-ministry-leadership-change