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President Abinader's UN General Assembly agenda

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During the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York, Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader expanded on his agenda regarding international trade, technological development, and the Haitian crisis. Abinader promoted the Dominican Republic as a competitive destination for foreign investment, citing political stability and the growth of free trade zones. He highlighted the country’s shift toward high-value manufacturing, specifically noting exports exceeding $2.7 billion in medical devices and $3 billion in electrical devices. He also identified strategic opportunities in semiconductors and tourism development in Pedernales, projecting economic growth of at least 4.5% for the year. On the technological front, Abinader advocated for a regional artificial intelligence strategy for Latin America, noting the launch of the ‘RD Inteligente’ program. During an Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) forum, he emphasized that technological development and AI regulation in Latin America can proceed simultaneously. Regarding natural resources and trade, Abinader addressed the strategic potential of rare earth elements. Through the newly formed Empresa Minera Dominicana (Emidom), the country aims to begin exporting these minerals by 2028, noting ongoing research in coordination with the United ~~States.~~ States and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. He also indicated that the Dominican Republic is negotiating with the United States to protect domestic rice production under DR-CAFTA. To support long-term growth, he discussed the ‘Meta RD 2036’ initiative, noting that poverty levels fell from 25.9% in 2019 to 17% recently. On regional security, Abinader and Foreign Minister Víctor Bisonó addressed the situation in Haiti, with Bisonó calling for the renewal of international forces. The delegation also discussed the ‘Shield of the Americas’ initiative, led by Donald Trump, aimed at combating transnational organized crime and drug trafficking. Additionally, Abinader met with Peruvian President Keiko Fujimori to discuss elevating bilateral ties between their nations.

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