The Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI) has consolidated its role as a key partner in improving drinking water access and water security in the Dominican Republic, positioning water infrastructure as a cornerstone of social well-being and sustainable development.
Since 2007, cooperation between CABEI and the Dominican Republic has supported a broad portfolio of initiatives aligned with national development priorities. By the close of 2025, this partnership had led to 21 approved operations totalling more than US$2.9 billion, with over US$1.5 billion already disbursed. A significant share of these resources has been directed toward essential sectors, including drinking water and sanitation, with tangible impacts on public health and quality of life.
Water has been a central focus of recent approvals. In 2025, CABEI authorized an investment of US$80.9 million for the Southwest Region Multiple Aqueduct Project (ASURO), designed to improve drinking water access across the provinces of Barahona, Bahoruco, and Independencia. The project aims to expand and modernize water infrastructure, enhancing service coverage, quality, and continuity for more than 580,000 people. Particular emphasis is placed on rural areas facing high levels of social and climate vulnerability, where reliable water services are critical for resilience and development.
These efforts build on large-scale water projects already in operation, notably the Monte Grande Multipurpose Dam. The dam currently serves 51 communities in the country’s southern region, delivering long-term benefits in terms of water availability, water security, and climate resilience. Complementary works now underway will further optimize water use for irrigation, supporting agricultural productivity and contributing to food security.
Through these investments, CABEI reinforces the role of drinking water as a foundation for health, economic activity, and climate adaptation. The Bank’s ongoing engagement underscores a commitment to ensuring that water-related infrastructure delivers lasting, inclusive benefits for Dominican communities, while supporting the country’s broader transition toward sustainable and resilient development.
