SANTO DOMINGO.- From La Altagracia province, construction manufacturers articulated the urgent need for improved road infrastructure in eastern Dominican Republic. Their aim: to support the growing demands of the country’s primary tourist spot.
The La Altagracia Tourism Business Alliance members shared this request with Vice President Raquel Peña. It emphasized the necessity for infrastructure betterment in Bávaro-Punta Cana.
According to José Sánchez, Alliance President, emphasis must be put on road upgrades, a modern aqueduct, and wastewater treatment facilities.
The businessmen discussed their proposals with Vice President Raquel Peña. (EXTERNAL SOURCE).
“Sustaining foreign and local investments in tourism and estate sectors is vital. It continues to buttress hospitality, tourism, and national economic growth,” mentioned the spokesman.
The spokesperson praised the President and Vice President for retracting the proposed tax amendment. The move was described as “an illustration of attentive governance and democracy.”
A statement released touches on the alliance’s ambitions to establish 100 thousand housing units in the next seven years, costing over $12 billion. The alliance is already responsible for 65,000 rooms in the region.
The press release also mentioned that these projects aim to create 65,000 direct and indirect jobs, contributing to the steady growth of a significant Caribbean tourist hub.
The meeting, held at the National Palace, aimed to shed light on the area’s challenges, like project permits, investments, and developmental works.
Senator Rafael Duluc was among the meeting’s attendees, representing La Altagracia. Also present were representatives of major corporations, making up 70% of Bávaro-Punta Cana’s investments, thus driving the area’s economic growth.
