Arbitration has become increasingly significant due to its consensual nature, the expertise offered by arbitrators, and its ability, in many cases, to provide a faster and more flexible dispute resolution mechanism than state court proceedings.

Effective November 5, 2026, new provisions of the Dominican Penal Code will introduce a broader framework for the criminal liability of legal entities.

The regulation requires entities subject to the law to adopt a gender balance policy, amend the rules for electing board members, and report annually on their actions.