The United States and the Dominican Republic have signed an Open Skies Agreement aimed at advancing bilateral aviation cooperation. Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jose W. Fernandez and Dominican Republic Minister of Tourism David Collado signed the agreement at the National Palace in Santo Domingo. The President of the Dominican Republic, Luis Abinader, provided remarks during the signing ceremony. Under Secretary Fernandez was joined by U.S. Congressman Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) and representatives from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
The agreement includes provisions for unrestricted capacity and frequency of services for both passenger and all-cargo carriers, open route rights, an open charter regime, self-handling provisions, and open code-sharing opportunities. It will enter into force following an exchange of diplomatic notes confirming that all necessary internal procedures have been completed.
"This Agreement with the Dominican Republic will expand our strong economic and commercial partnership, promote people-to-people ties, and create new opportunities for airlines, travel companies, and customers," stated a representative.
The agreement aims to provide more affordable, convenient, and efficient air services to travelers and shippers while promoting tourism and commerce. Both governments are committed to maintaining high standards of aviation safety and security.
This new agreement builds on a framework of U.S. Open Skies agreements with over 135 other partners that enable U.S. air carriers to operate and expand flight networks beyond America’s borders.
For further information and press inquiries, contact the Department of State Economic and Business Affairs Press Office at EB-Press-Inquiry@state.gov. Additional information on U.S. aviation policy and Open Skies agreements is available on the Department of State’s website.
