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Santo Domingo.- Former US President Donald Trump's economic policies, including proposals for high tariffs on nations such as China, Mexico, Canada and the EU, raised concerns for Latin America, particularly the Dominican Republic. Economist Nelson Suárez highlighted the potential risks, noting that approximately 2.4 million Dominicans (22% of the population) reside in the United States and their remittances contribute 8% of the country's GDP, rivaling the economic impact of tourism.
According RC News, Suárez warned that stricter immigration policies and mass deportations could seriously affect undocumented Dominicans in the United States, many of whom overstay their tourist visas. He emphasized the uncertainty surrounding the number of Dominicans at risk, urging the government to prioritize this issue and collect accurate data.
Additionally, Suárez advised Dominican authorities to maintain neutrality in international relations, avoiding aligning themselves with specific ideological positions until the full impact of US policies is clear. He stressed that possible disruptions in remittances and migration could endanger the country's economic stability.