The top three commercial banks of the Dominican Republic recognized the “outstanding work” carried out by David Collado as minister of Tourism and for achieving important goals in the sector.
Within the framework of the celebration of the 62nd anniversary of the Association of Hotels and Tourism of the Dominican Republic (Asonahores), the Dominican Popular Bank, Dominican Mortgage Bank (BHD) and the Reserve Bank They recognized the work Minister Collado for his dedication and commitment to the tourism sector, which contributes more than 15% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to the economy.
“For his dedication and commitment in his management of the Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic,” says the recognition plaque presented by representatives of the bank to the official.
Minister Collado thanked the distinction and reiterated his commitment to continue promoting the sustainable development which records the tourism in its management.
“I accept this recognition with humility and extend it to the members of the Tourism Cabinet“because achievements and success belong to everyone,” said Collado.
Achieved goals
He said that in addition to his work, each record achieved, such as the arrival of 10 million visitors, is the fruit of the joint effort of the public and private sectors.
Collado highlighted the contribution of the bank to tourism developmentas they have specialized portfolios for the sector.
- He said that part of the development of the industry is due to the National banking financing of the tourism industry.
- The Dominican Republic has just had the best year in the history of tourism in 2023 with the arrival of 10,306 thousand visitors and it is expected that by the end of this year 11,500 thousand visitors will arrive in the country.
The Dominican banking sector headed by the popular Bank, Reserve Bank and the BHD They began the recovery in 2020 with strong support, financing the sector and, above all, supporting and sponsoring the most important fairs in the world. tourism.
