NewzDuring the first eight months of 2026, the Dominican Republic experienced sharp increases in the prices of major fuels, with hikes reaching up to 51 pesos. This surge occurred despite government subsidy policies implemented to mitigate the impact of international market volatility.
The fuel price increases are attributed to the ongoing conflict in the Gulf region, which has driven up global energy costs and strained domestic economic measures aimed at protecting consumers from international price fluctuations.
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