Sunday, May 31, 2026

Extended Council of Ministers begins, headed by President Abinader

Santo Domingo. – At 11:40 a.m. this Sunday, the extended Council of Ministers headed by the President of the Republic, Luis Abinader, formally began in the National Palace, where the strategic priorities of the Government for the year 2026 will be defined. The meeting brings together ministers, general directors and other senior cabinet officials, who will participate in a working day focused on the articulation of high-impact projects on the quality of life of Dominicans, as well as on the follow-up of the 10 Presidential Goals.
You can also read: President Abinader calls extended Council of Ministers to outline Government priorities in 2026
During the session, officials will be organized into thematic and sectoral working tables to review the planning and budget for next year, in line with the priorities established by the president.

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