DOMINICAN REPUBLIC PAVILION

The Dominican Republic Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai combined cultural promotion with economic positioning as “America’s Hub.” Simmetrico consolidated these objectives into a content narrative and visual language, supported by visitor-experience enhancements. The country’s Taíno, African and European influences were presented through its hospitality, cuisine, creative industries and the UNESCO-recognised traditions of Merengue and Bachata. Tourism and ecotourism highlighted the Dominican Republic’s coastline and natural attractions, while its productive economy was represented through organic cocoa, bananas, avocados and tobacco, alongside medical equipment, textiles and film production. Content on airports, ports, telecommunications and road infrastructure reinforced the country’s connectivity and investment potential. By balancing cultural identity, destination appeal and commercial capability, Simmetrico delivered a national presentation that positioned the Dominican Republic as one of the Caribbean’s economies and a platform for tourism, trade, manufacturing and creative enterprise.