Key Details of Upcoming Dominican Republic General Elections
The Dominican Republic will hold a general election on May 19, 2024, to elect new lawmakers and a president. If no presidential candidate secures over 50% of the votes, a second round will take place on June 30, 2024.
Candidates Overview: 1. Luis Abinader: The current president, representing the Modern Revolutionary Party (PRM), seeks re-election for a second term. His campaign promises revolve around economic growth, reforms, and addressing corruption. 2. Leonel Fernández: Former president running under the Force of the People party. Fernández has previously held the presidency and is known for modernizing state institutions and infrastructure. 3. Abel Martínez: A lawyer and educator, recently the mayor of Santiago, representing the Dominican Liberation Party. His platform focuses on technological advancements and heightened security measures.
Key Issues: - Crime and safety concerns, amid government reports of a decline in crime rates. - Economic conditions, including inflation and the need for ongoing reforms in various sectors.
The campaign period has been marked by discussions on how to handle issues such as border security with Haiti and internal economic challenges.