HIGÜEY, La Altagracia – In a landmark ceremony, President Luis Abinader officially inaugurated the state-of-the-art Higüey Municipal Market, a transformative infrastructure project poised to revolutionize local commerce in the eastern Dominican Republic. This modern facility, constructed with an investment of RD$335 million, directly addresses long-standing grievances by replacing unsafe and unsanitary vending conditions with an organized, hygienic, and secure commercial environment for over 200 local vendors.
Minister of Public Works Eduardo Estrella, present at the inauguration, heralded the market as a cornerstone of both economic recovery and urban modernization for the municipality. He emphasized that the project is a critical component of a broader infrastructure overhaul in Higüey, which includes extensive road paving initiatives and the construction of the Otra Banda ring road, signaling a new era of development for the region.
The market’s sophisticated design is engineered for efficiency and cleanliness. It comprises six distinct modules, or pavilions, strategically organized by product type. These include dedicated sections for handicrafts, meats and sausages, grains and canned goods, and three separate pavilions exclusively for fresh produce and vegetables. Beyond the 212 commercial spaces, the complex is equipped with comprehensive amenities such as administrative offices, modern sanitary facilities, designated unloading zones, and a spacious parking area accommodating more than 200 vehicles and motorcycles.
Now fully operational, the new market is projected to significantly boost commercial activity in La Altagracia province. Its impact extends beyond direct sales, anticipated to generate substantial indirect employment opportunities and enhance the city’s appeal to both domestic and international visitors. Ultimately, the facility restores dignity to the work of hundreds of merchants and reinforces Higüey’s pivotal role as a primary economic hub in the eastern part of the nation.