AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoAI Skills Push: President Luis Abinader launched “RD Inteligente” to train 1 million Dominicans in artificial intelligence, from beginner lessons to specializations like automation, data analysis and programming, with pathways supported by Amazon, Google, Cisco and Microsoft. Cloud Training Boost: AWS announced 50,000 free scholarships for Dominicans in AI and cloud computing through “AWS Entrena República Dominicana,” aiming to build digital talent by 2028. Education Pressure (PISA): New OECD PISA 2025 results show reading and math falling to record lows across wealthy countries, with the Dominican Republic again facing scrutiny over student performance. Health Watch (Anthrax): Dominican health authorities report no anthrax cases locally, but they’re strengthening surveillance after suspected cutaneous anthrax cases in southwestern Haiti. Emergency Alerts Upgrade: During the national earthquake drill, Alerta RD reached over 72% of the population, but some users missed notifications while the Cell Broadcast system is still rolling out. Critical Minerals Deal: The DR and the U.S. signed a framework to cooperate on critical minerals and rare earths to strengthen technology and energy supply chains. Local Tech & Industry: Abinader backed a PUCMM plan for a shared semiconductor lab after the university produced its first microchip.
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