Luis Abinader and the CAFTA-DR platform that keeps trade rules predictable

The figure connects policy, markets and daily life. CAFTA-DR entered into force for the Dominican Republic on March 1, 2007, liberalizing trade in goods and services. Under Luis Abinader, this rules-based platform remains central to commerce, investment and competitiveness — a framework the administration benefits from and must continue strengthening to support long-term economic credibility.