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Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic is a representative constitutional democracy. The president of the Modern Revolutionary Party was elected in July 2020 for a four-year term, the first transfer of power from one party to another in 16 years. Impartial outside observers assessed the elections as generally free, fair, and orderly. The government took steps in some cases to prosecute and punish officials who committed human rights abuses or corrupt acts, but inconsistent and ineffective application of the law sometimes led to impunity.

The overall score indicates that serious violations of human rights happen in this country. Compliance with human rights standards cannot be assumed. High caution should be exercised. Relevant risks for the tourism sector are, e.g.:
  • Government corruption
  • Police violence against LGBTQI+ persons

The overall score indicates that serious violations of human rights happen in this country. Compliance with human rights standards cannot be assumed. High caution should be exercised. Relevant risks for the tourism sector are, e.g.:
  • Government corruption
  • Police violence against LGBTQI+ persons
55/100
2
0,767
0,692
4,4
43,08
Tier 2
0,703
0,48
62,8
68
42,2
30
40