U.S. and Dominican Republic partner to co-chair Economic and Health Dialogue of the Americas

Santo Domingo.- The United States and the Dominican Republic have partnered to co-chair the Economic and Health Dialogue of the Americas (EHA). This partnership was formalized during a meeting between President Luis Abinader and José W. Fernández, U.S. Undersecretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and Environment.

The EHA, an initiative launched by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken during the Ninth Summit of the Americas in June 2022, focuses on strengthening the supply chains for medical devices and pharmaceutical products. It also aims to identify best practices in these sectors, emphasizing the links between health industries and economic growth.

The Dominican Republic, represented by the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and MSMEs (MICM), led by Víctor -Ito- Bisonó, will co-chair the EHA. This role solidifies the country’s position as a regional leader in exporting medical devices and expanding pharmaceutical production.