Graft scandal undermines Dominican re-election plans
Monday, October 1, 2018
Subject
Anti-corruption protests.
Significance
Major anti-corruption marches in August underlined ongoing popular frustration with the slow progress of official investigations into the Odebrecht corruption scandal. While President Daniel Medina has pledged to investigate all wrongdoing and bring culprits to justice, few formal prosecutions have yet been launched. Popular disillusionment with the government could therefore threaten Medina’s plans for a constitutional reform to permit unlimited presidential re-election.
Impacts
- Marcha Verde is likely to step up its protest activity as pre-campaigning begins for the 2020 elections.
- Ongoing political noise about corruption could deter some investment, particularly in the construction sector.
- US relations may suffer due to the OFAC action against Bautista, and the cutting of diplomatic ties with Taiwan.
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