Between January and October 2024, the exports from companies led by women They reached 1,538.6 million dollars, reflecting a growth of 27.5% compared to the same period of the previous year. In 2023, these companies registered exports valued at 1,483.2 million dollars.
The data was provided by the Export and Investment Center of the Dominican Republic (ProDominicana) in an event led by the vice president of the Republic, Raquel Penawhere ProDominicana celebrated the fifth edition of the National Women in Export Meeting.
Biviana Riveiroexecutive director of ProDominicanashared the results of the fifth edition of the Women Exporters Study in the Dominican Republic, highlighting the impact of women in the export sector and their contribution to the national economy.
52%
It is the proportion of the growth of total exports or sales since the COVID-19 pandemic.
“We have been growing year after year, but, above all, highlight how We went from 73,000 million pesos to 111,000 million. Also the fact that women help other people’s businesses prosper because women exporters buy more than 50,000 million pesos in the domestic market,” said the official.
He added that compared to 2019, purchases have grown by 37%.
“There is productive chainthere is growth, development and prosperity for all businesses,” emphasized the head of ProDominicana.
He specified that, since 2020, they have worked to make visible the participation of the dominican women in international trade. “Today, the results confirm significant progress towards a future with more equal opportunities,” said Riveiro.
“More than 700 women-led companies have contributed more than $3.1 billion in exports in the last two years.”Vice President of the Republic
Figures that reflect success
The women-led companies They have not only increased their exportsbut have also expanded their impact on employment, wages and public purchases. Between 2019 and 2024, its local and international sales increased by 52%.
The main destinations export include:
The vice president Raquel Pena highlighted: “More than 700 companies led by women have contributed more than $3.1 billion in exports in the last two years.”
He said that this impact strengthens our economy, generates quality jobs and energizes communities.
“Each export company led precisely by women has shown that with that determination, with that resilience, it is possible overcome multiple barriers and position yourself in the most demanding markets, even in the world,” said Peña.
He said that the study presented today by Biviana Riveiro It is proof that with dedication, with effort, with leadership, “Women are changing the economic landscape of the country and also the political landscape.
Recognitions and activities for the day
During the event, recognized companies notable for their performance:
- Pro-Leadership: Persio Abreudue to its growth in exports and job creation.
- Pro-Internationalization: Global Resourcesfor its success in international markets.
- SME Pro-Performance: Mrs. Mechidue to its orientation towards international markets such as SMEs.
He also gave up tribute to Rosa Hernández de Grullón, ambassador to France, for her work in strengthening trade relations and promoting gender equality.
The event included a fair on December 3 and 4with the participation of 45 companies and more than 150 business rounds with international buyers from 14 countries.
