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Washington, DC.- Marco Rubio, nominated as the next US Secretary of State, highlighted the Dominican Republic as a regional example of success during his Senate confirmation hearing. In response to Senator Tim Kaine's question about countries performing well in the region, Rubio praised Ecuador, the Dominican Republic and Argentina.
Rubio praised the Dominican Republic for its effective handling of Haiti's instability and its recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic, highlighting its rapid vaccination efforts and resurgence in tourism. Although brief in his comments, Rubio demonstrated an awareness of the country's unique challenges and achievements.
Rubio also spoke about Ecuador's struggles with cross-border armed gangs and Argentina's economic reforms under President Javier Milei. Regarding Cuba, Rubio expressed his strong opposition to its removal from the US list of State Sponsors of Terrorism, stating that the island continues to meet the criteria for such designation.
Source: The Day