SANTO DOMINGO – A group of construction entrepreneurs from La Altagracia province urged the government to build road infrastructure and other projects in the eastern part of the country to strengthen and address the demands of the growth experienced in the Dominican Republic's main tourist destination.
The coalition integrated into the La Altagracia Tourism Business Alliance recently met with Vice President Raquel Peña to clarify aspects aimed at strengthening the development of Bávaro-Punta Cana.
José Sánchez, president of the Alliance and of the Sánchez Business & Corp. corporate group, highlighted the urgency of improving road infrastructure, building a modern aqueduct, and strengthening wastewater treatment in the area.
Business leaders met with Vice President Raquel Peña. (EXTERNAL SOURCE).
“Our vision is to ensure the sustainable maintenance of foreign and local investment, both in the real estate and tourism sectors, so that it continues to be a pillar of support for the hotel industry, tourism, and national economic growth,” the businessman emphasized.
The spokesman took the opportunity to acknowledge the president and vice president for the recent withdrawal of the tax reform proposal, defining the measure as "a clear example of listening and democracy.".
A press release highlights that the Alliance members have developed more than 65,000 rooms in the area and that they plan to build around 100,000 housing units in the next 7 years, with an investment exceeding 12 billion dollars.
The document adds that these projects are projected to generate more than 65,000 direct and indirect jobs, and sustained growth in one of the most important tourist destinations in the Caribbean.
The meeting, held at the National Palace, also aimed to address the challenges facing the Verón, Bávaro-Punta Cana area, discuss aspects related to project permits, investments in the area, and priority projects to continue its economic and social growth.
The meeting was attended by Senator Rafael Duluc of La Altagracia; representatives of Downtown Punta Cana, Grupo Noval, Villas Marina, Aybar, Duluc & Asociados, GESPROIN, City Place, Vista Cana, Cana Rock, La Estancia, Consorcio REMIX, Construcciones González & Peña, Cayacoa and Downtown Solutions, which together make up 70% of the investments in Bávaro-Punta Cana, positioning themselves as an engine of economic growth for the region and the country.
