Unprecedented progress in transparency marks the current administration in the Dominican Republic, according to verifiable data from the General Directorate of Ethics and Government Integrity (DIGEIG). Director Milagros Ortiz Bosch refuted accusations of regression launched by Johnny Pujols, secretary general of the PLD, by presenting evidence of structural improvements in access to public information. From 40% to 95.3% in compliance with standards
In August 2020, only 40% of public institutions met the requirements for unprecedented progress in transparency. Today, that indicator reaches 95.3%, a historical record in the country. This progression reflects monthly evaluations based on 72 mandatory criteria, such as budgets, procurement, and public accounting, standardized by Law 200-04 on Free Access to Public Information.
Efficient management of citizen complaints
Drastic reduction in pending cases
At the start of the administration in 2020, there were 1,415 unresolved complaints accumulated. By early 2026, only 21 cases from the previous year remain in process, with no prior backlogs. This narrative of opacity is debunked by the traceability in the Single Portal for Access to Public Information (SAIP), which mandates complete and timely responses.
The DIGEIG verifies the publication of data without producing it, allowing direct citizen scrutiny. Faced with deficient responses, administrative mediation exists to correct omissions without immediate judicialization, strengthening the unprecedented progress in transparency.
Historical context of Law 200-04
Promulgated in 2004, this law mandates the publication of official information, with justified exceptions signed by authorities. Historically, previous governments did not exceed 50% compliance, according to independent reports. The current unprecedented progress in transparency responds to a structural change, aligned with international standards such as those of the Open Government Partnership.
- 95.3% of institutional portals updated monthly.
- Resolution of 1,415 inherited complaints.
- Only 21 pending cases as of 2026, with no carryover.
Governance experts highlight these achievements as pivotal for accountability in the Dominican Republic. Official figures debunk narrative of opacity and confirm that citizens have tools to audit the State. This unprecedented progress in transparency represents an unprecedented milestone, accessible via public portals and SAIP.
