Santo Domingo. – Dominican exports experienced steady growth during the first five months of 2025, reaching US$5,639.01 million between January and May, representing an increase of 8.6% compared to the same period of the previous year.
This growth was led by the national regime, whose exports increased by 27% in FOB value and 21% in volume compared to 2024.
The Ministry of Industry, Commerce and MSMEs (MICM) highlighted that these results reflect the effects of public policies aimed at promoting productive diversification, value addition, and the opening of new markets.
“This growth confirms that our exports are not only consolidating but also diversifying. We are seeing more Dominican products reaching more markets, which strengthens the resilience of our foreign trade,” said Minister Víctor -Ito- Bisonó.
More products, more markets
During the analyzed period, the Dominican Republic exported to 151 destinations, six more than in the same span of 2024, evidencing greater geographic diversification. Likewise, several national products showed significant growth in exported volume, including natural gypsum (+86%); cane molasses (+65%); soybean oils (+61%); avocados (+44%); organic bananas (+7%).
Products of the national regime accounted for 35% of the total exported, reaching an amount of US$1,988.57 million.
Free zones maintain leadership
Exports under the free‑zone regime reached US$3,521.65 million, remaining the largest component of the total exported (62%). Medical devices, textiles, cigars and electrical components continue to dominate this category, confirming the country’s strength in manufacturing for export.
Main destinations: strength in the U.S. and growth towards Asia and Europe
The United States continues as the main destination, with 52.5% of Dominican exports. It is followed by India, Haiti, Puerto Rico, Canada, the Netherlands, China, Belgium, Germany and Jamaica. These ten markets accounted for 87% of total shipments.
The Vice Ministry of Foreign Trade of the MICM indicated that these results reaffirm the effectiveness of trade policy to boost access to new markets, support strategic sectors, and strengthen value chains.
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