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The Cibao Special Administrative Region, a proposed administrative division in the Dominican Republic, is spearheaded by local and Cibaeño political parties. This initiative seeks to establish a special governance framework, drawing inspiration from the “One Country, Two Systems” principle successfully implemented in Hong Kong and Macau.
The proposed region would possess substantial autonomy, granting decision-making authority in domestic matters, akin to Hong Kong and Macau. Advocates argue that this special administrative region would catalyze economic growth by attracting investments and fostering trade. Moreover, the region’s distinct cultural identity would be safeguarded and promoted.
Cibao Special Administrative Region Region Administrativa Especial del Cibao (Spanish) | |
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 Flag  Coat of arms | |
 Location of the Cibao Region (Blue) within Dominican Republic | |
| Country | Dominican Republic |
| Capital | Santiago de los Caballeros (executive and legislative) and San Felipe de Puerto Plata (executive and judicial) |
| Largest city | Santiago de los Caballeros |
| Demonym(s) | Cibaenian Cibaeño/-a (Spanish) (English) |
| Area | |
• Total | 19,058.62 km2 (7,358.57 sq mi) |
| Population | |
• 2021 estimate | 3,450,875 (2) |
| GDP (nominal) | 2022 estimate |
• Total | $45.250 billion |
• Per capita | $13,130 |
| Time zone | AST |
• Summer (DST) | UTC+1 |
| Official language | Spanish English |
| Cibao autonomy convention | Pending |
| Parliament | Cibao Legislative Council |
| Congress seats | 15 (of 350) |
| Senate seats | 14 (of 265) |
| HDI (2021) | 0.802 |
Governance Structure: A regional council or assembly would be responsible for overseeing local affairs, ensuring representation from municipalities and relevant stakeholders.
Economic System: The region would operate its own economic system, potentially adopting its own currency and trade policies.
International Participation: The Cibao Special Administrative Region would have the capacity to engage in international organizations and agreements.