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The Dominican government plans to increase or implement new taxes to generate some $800 million in additional revenue annually.

Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

Who
Dominican government, President Luis Abinader, Magín Díaz, National Council of Private Enterprise
What
The Dominican government plans to increase or implement new taxes to generate some $800 million in additional revenue annually.
When
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:09:44 GMT · 2h 40m ago
Where
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic ·
Why
To offset a surge in oil prices blamed on the Iran war and to cover fuel subsidies, with officials estimating an additional $400 million needed for the remainder of the year.
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The proposed tax increases, including a 30% income tax hike on large companies and new taxes on airline tickets and gambling, are intended to stabilize the Dominican Republic's economy amidst rising oil costs and prevent spiraling inflation. These measures could affect businesses and consumers, though micro-enterprises and low-income earners are slated for exemptions.

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