Dominican Republic: Sensitive Meeting in Dajabón and Energy Vigilance Amid Middle East Crisis

Border: meeting in Dajabón between Dominican authorities and U.S. and Haitian diplomats

A high-level meeting took place on March 15, 2026, in Dajabón between Dominican Foreign Minister Roberto Álvarez and the ambassadors of the United States and Haiti, along with several Dominican government representatives.

The meeting was held at the villas of CODEVI Industrial Park and took place under strict discretion, with no official statement released about the topics discussed.

The presence of representatives from the Dominican Ministry of Industry, Commerce and MSMEs highlighted the strategic importance of the talks.

However, the confidential nature of the meeting sparked speculation and concern among residents of the border province.

Local merchants, community leaders, and residents fear that binational decisions taken behind closed doors could directly affect cross-border trade, security, and daily life in the region.

The city of Dajabón has historically been considered a key point in relations between the Dominican Republic and Haiti, particularly regarding migration flows and cross-border commerce.

The absence of official information has left the population waiting for clarification, as any decisions resulting from the meeting could influence the future dynamics of the border region.

Energy: government monitors potential impact of Middle East crisis

Meanwhile, Dominican authorities are closely monitoring potential effects of the geopolitical crisis in the Middle East on the country’s energy supply.

On March 16, 2026, Joel Santos, Minister of Energy and Mines, and Andrés Astacio, Superintendent of Electricity, met with the main thermal power generation companies operating in the Dominican Republic.

The meeting aimed to evaluate risks related to fuel supply for electricity generation, particularly in case of disruptions in international energy markets.

Organized by the Dominican Ministry of Energy and Mines, the discussions focused on monitoring global geopolitical developments and their possible consequences for national energy stability.

Companies present included AES Dominicana, EGE Haina, Itabo Power Plant Company, and Punta Catalina Power Plant.

Most companies reported sufficient reserves of coal and natural gas to maintain operations through the end of the year, helping ensure the stability of the national electricity system.

Discussions also addressed fuel inventories, supply contracts, and contingency mechanisms in case of volatility in international energy markets.

According to Edward Veras, representing the Comisión Nacional de Energía, authorities will continue coordinating with energy sector stakeholders to safeguard energy security and the stability of electricity supply.

Soraya Ades.