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The Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) signed a collaboration agreement for the preparation of the 2026 National Human Development Report, an initiative that will contribute to generating evidence for decision-making, promoting multisectoral dialogue, and supporting the construction of a people-centered development agenda.
n” “nThe 2026 Human Development analysis will combine an analysis of the experience accumulated by the National Human Development Reports of the Dominican Republic produced since the year 2000 with a forward-looking perspective that incorporates the voices of diverse sectors of society. Among the topics to be addressed are: the relationship between economic growth and human development, territorial challenges, gender equality, and emerging opportunities and challenges linked to social and environmental changes, among others.
n” “nThe initiative is part of the shared commitment of CABEI and the UNDP to promote sustainable development, the reduction of inequalities, and the strengthening of institutional capacities to respond to the current and future challenges of the Dominican Republic.
n” “nThe signing of the agreement was carried out by Pável Isa Contreras, director for the Dominican Republic to the CABEI, and Ana María Díaz, resident representative of the UNDP in the country, in the presence of the United Nations Assistant Secretary-General and UNDP Regional Director for Latin America and the Caribbean, Michelle Muschett.
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During the event, Pavel Isa Contreras highlighted the importance of generating evidence-based knowledge to support decision-making and foster more inclusive and effective public policies. He pointed out that having rigorous information and quality analysis allows for a better understanding of the social, economic, and institutional dynamics that affect people’s well-being, identifying persistent gaps and guiding interventions with greater impact.
n” “nMeanwhile, Ana María Díaz highlighted that “this study represents an opportunity to reflect, based on evidence and the participation of multiple sectors, on the progress the country has experienced and the challenges that still persist to ensure that development reaches everyone. Understanding how the population’s opportunities, inequalities, and capabilities have evolved over the last 25 years is fundamental to building more inclusive, sustainable, and people-centered solutions.”
n” “nIn his speech, Muschett explained that “Strategic alliances are fundamental to transform evidence into better decisions and concrete results for people. This agreement between the UNDP and CABEI is part of a broader regional collaboration that reflects a shared vision on the importance of generating rigorous knowledge that contributes to strengthening public policies and responding more effectively to development challenges.”
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With this initiative, CABEI reaffirms its commitment to supporting the countries of the region not only through financial solutions, but also by promoting the generation of knowledge, institutional strengthening, and the construction of strategies that contribute to sustainable human development and the well-being of people.
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