Historic MLB game in DR strengthens sports tourism agenda with Senate support
Santo Domingo.-In the framework of the historic meeting held at the Quisqueya Juan Marichal Stadium, the president of the Dominican Sports Tourism Association (ADOTURD), Yerik Pérez, held an institutional exchange with the Commissioner of Major League Baseball, Rob Manfred, along with the president of the Senate of the Republic, Ricardo de los Santos.
During the meeting, the strategic impact that this type of event represents for the Dominican Republic was highlighted, not only from the sports field, but as a driver of economic dynamization, job creation, strengthening of the hotel sector, activation of commerce and international projection of the country brand.
ADOTURD highlighted in a special way the active presence of the Senate President, Ricardo de los Santos, as a clear expression of the Legislative Branch’s commitment to the consolidation of sports tourism as a national strategic industry. His participation sends a signal of institutional support and a vision of the State in favor of public policies that integrate sports, tourism, infrastructure, and competitiveness.
“Sports tourism is a growing global industry. The articulation between international sports leadership and national legislative leadership strengthens confidence and projects stability to continue attracting major events to the country,” Yerik Pérez expressed.



