How do you approach managing legal aspects during periods of instability or crises, and how does your legal strategy align with the broader business strategy to ensure the organisation’s resilience? 

In times of instability or crises, my approach to managing legal aspects focuses on proactive risk assessment and strong communication channels. I ensure to be prepared to address potential issues by conducting regular scenario planning and maintaining close relationships with other departments and other stakeholders. Our legal strategy is closely aligned with the broader business strategy, by emphasising flexibility and quick adaptation to changing circumstances, supporting the organisation’s resilience by ensuring legal compliance, minimising risks, and providing clear guidance on navigating regulatory challenges.  

What are the main cases or transactions you have been involved in recently? 

Currently, we are working on the National Risk Assessment of the country with Competent Authorities and other entities obligated under Law 155-17 against money laundering and terrorist financing. This assessment is a crucial input for the Mutual Evaluation that GAFILAT will conduct for the country. Additionally, this year I have been appointed as the President of the Committee for the Prevention of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing of the Latin American Federation of Banks (FELABAN), being the first woman to occupy the presidency of this committee. FELABAN is a regional organization that brings together banks from various Latin American countries. On a regulatory level, we have participated in the review of the Anti-Money Laundering Instruction issued for public consultation by the Superintendency of Banks. I am also currently organizing the 3rd Latin American Congress on the Prevention of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing, an international congress held by FELABAN and the Association of Multiple Banks of the Dominican Republic. 

 In your opinion, what are the main trends that are salient in your country currently? 

In the Dominican Republic, several salient trends are shaping the current landscape: the increasing focus on digital transformation across various sectors, particularly in banking and finance; the strengthening of regulatory frameworks to combat financial crimes, including AML and CFT measures; and a growing emphasis on sustainability and corporate social responsibility, driven by both regulatory requirements and stakeholder expectations.