The top tourism official addressed the sustainability of the Dominican Republic's tourism industry, taking into account the various factors involved in this sector.

Santo Domingo, April 19, 2017.- The Minister of Tourism, Francisco Javier García, was the guest speaker at the American Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAMDR) conference luncheon, part of its monthly business meeting circuit.

Public and private sector business leaders gathered this Wednesday, April 19, in the Grand Ballroom of the Catalonia Hotel to participate in the conference "Sustainability of the Dominican Republic's Tourism Industry," hosted by the highest authority in the Dominican tourism sector, the Minister of Tourism.
On behalf of AMCHAMDR, the newly elected President of the Board of Directors for the 2017-2018 term, David Fernández, who has more than 20 years of experience in the business, financial, and consulting sectors, gave his first speech. He thanked the entire AMCHAMDR membership for their trust, highlighting his commitment and identification with the institution and its values. "The Chamber's vision and mission have taken interesting turns, and as part of this new generation of business leaders who advocate for strengthening bilateral trade and a healthy investment climate, I am aware that the current context presents its challenges and opportunities," he noted.

He also stated that his administration's priorities will focus on the successful implementation of the organization's strategic plan, which will present a new value proposition to its membership. He believes it is important to closely monitor the new administration in Washington to identify new business opportunities, paying special attention to fostering a business climate that attracts investment and strengthens bilateral trade, based on transparency, best practices, and a better perspective for the country.
During his speech, Francisco Javier García, Minister of Tourism, spoke about the development of the "PreClearance" program at Punta Cana International Airport, emphasizing how it has improved its competitiveness compared to other airports, its operation, challenges for its improvement, and future implementation at other airports in the country.
Due to the global boom in "Value-Added Tourism," the minister explained the policies the Dominican Republic is implementing to dismantle the current concept of "All-Inclusive Tourism," which characterizes the country, so as to offer a tourist destination with distinctive elements, leveraging existing resources.
The official presented the current status of cruise service in the Dominican Republic, specifically in the Puerto Plata region, covering the current structural improvement programs in the surrounding area.