Dominican Republic Freezes Electricity Tariff, Expands Subsidies to Shield Households

The Dominican government reaffirmed its policy of keeping electricity tariffs unchanged since 2022 and expanding targeted subsidies to offset international energy and fuel price pressures. President Abinader and Energy Minister Joel Santos detailed the scheme, signaling continued fiscal intervention in the energy sector. The move underscores sustained state support for consumers amid global energy volatility, with implications for fiscal costs and sector investment.