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The Dominican Republic, as Chair of the Summits of the Americas Process, has announced through an official statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs the postponement of the Tenth Summit of the Americas to 2026.

November 10, 2025 | X Summit

Meeting of High Authorities of the Joint Summit Working Group (JSWG)

The High Authorities of the Joint Summit Working Group (JSWG) met in the framework of the preparatory activities for the Tenth Summit of the Americas, strengthening inter-institutional cooperation and hemispheric dialogue leading up to the Summit, which will take place in December in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic 🇩🇴.

October 14, 2025 | JSWG

The Food Security and Food Safety discussion held in preparation for the X Summit of the Americas (Punta Cana, December 2025) brought together representatives of multilateral organizations, the private sector, and academia to address food security as an essential pillar of human security. Organized by the OAS Summits Secretariat and in support of the efforts of the Government of the Dominican Republic as the Chair of the Summits Process, this forum for reflection facilitated an intersectoral dialogue aimed at contributing to the technical and political discussions taking place in the framework of the preparatory process for the X Summit of the Americas. The dialogue explored the food security pillar addressed in the concept paper of the X Summit of the Americas, presented by the Presidency.

August 29, 2025 | JSWG

The Policy Dialogue held in preparation for the X Summit of the Americas (Punta Cana, 2025) brought together key actors in the Hemisphere to analyze the main challenges related to human security in four of its dimensions: citizen security, food, water, and energy . Organized by the OAS Summits Secretariat and the Government of the Dominican Republic as the Chair of the Summits Process, this forum facilitated an intersectoral dialogue intended to contribute to the technical and political inputs of the preparatory process for the X Summit of the Americas.

July 11, 2025 | JSWG

The dialogue addressed the transformation of organized crime in the Americas and the need to strengthen international cooperation and legislative responses from parliaments to confront its evolving dynamics, in the framework of the process leading up to the Tenth Summit of the Americas. The Summits Secretariat underscored that security will be the priority theme of the Tenth Summit, and that the JSWG provides a key technical and strategic platform to support countries in developing comprehensive solutions.

June 20, 2025 | Parliaments

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, together with the Secretariat for the Summits of the Americas of the Organization of American States (OAS), presented the theme of the X Summit of the Americas to 70 national civil society organizations and social actors and more than 230 organizations from across the hemisphere, connected virtually to be held in the country in December 2025: Human Security in its various dimensions: citizen security, food security, energy security and water security.

June 10, 2025 | Social actors

The Summits of the Americas Secretariat participated in the virtual event “Women Transforming the Future: Security, Sustainability and Prosperity,” organized by the Hemispheric Network Somos Lideresas in commemoration of International Women's Day. The event brought together leading experts to explore the impact of security, sustainability and shared prosperity on gender equality in the region, with the objective of generating concrete proposals for the Tenth Summit of the Americas.

March 27, 2025 | Social actors

The Summits of the Americas Secretariat actively participated in meetings and dialogue sessions organized by the hemispheric network Parlaméricas, held in Washington, D.C., United States, on March 25 and 26, 2025, to strengthen regional cooperation in preparation for the Tenth Summit of the Americas and to follow up on the implementation of mandates adopted at previous Summits. These events brought together parliamentarians from throughout the region to exchange perspectives and proposals on the challenges of human security and the importance of multilateralism and coordination in this area.

March 25 and 26, 2025 | Parliaments

On March 14, 2024, the Summits of the Americas Secretariat held the "Dialogue to Advance Just and Inclusive Energy Policies in the Americas" on the occasion of the Sixth Ministerial Meeting of the Energy and Climate Partnership of the Americas (ECPA) together with the Department of Sustainable Development (DSD) as ECPA's technical secretariat, with the collaboration of the Office of the Special Rapporteur on Economic, Social, Cultural, and Environmental Rights (REDESCA) of the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) of the Organization of American States (OAS).

March 14, 2025 | JSWG

As part of the Summits of the Americas Secretariat initiatives to strengthen the capacities of civil society and social actors, as well as their participation in the Summit of the Americas Process, the virtual training workshop Summit Lab on the SMART methodology was held.

February 29, 2025 | Social actors

On February 20, 2025, at the headquarters of the Organization of American States (OAS), the first meeting of the year of the political body of the Summits of the Americas Process, the Summit Implementation Review Group (SIRG), was held, focused on the presentation of the theme chosen by the Chair of the Summits Process for the Tenth Summit of the Americas.

February 20, 2025 | X Summit

In February 19, 2025, a briefing on the Tenth Summit of the Americas was held at the headquarters of the Organization of American States (OAS), with the participation of Permanent Observers to the OAS.

February 19, 2025 | X Summit

The OAS Summits of the Americas Secretariat participated in the CMI-OAS Meeting, a space for dialogue between representatives of the Inter-American Masonic Confederation and the OAS General Secretariat on democratic values, human rights, and hemispheric cooperation.

February 14, 2025 | Social actors

On January 30, 2025, the OAS Summits of the Americas Secretariat participated in the Meeting of Authorities of the Inter-American Conference of Ministers of Labor (IACML), held as a follow-up to the XXII IACML, which took place on October 23 and 24, 2024, in Bogotá, Colombia, under the leadership of the Ministry of Labor of that country.

January 30, 2025 | Ministerial

Punta Cana becomes the venue for the 30th Anniversary of the Summit of the Americas. This summit was born with the purpose of strengthening cooperation among the countries of the continent and promoting political, economic and social dialogue.

December 12, 2024 | 30 years

Leading the event to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Summit of the Americas, held in Punta Cana, the president foresaw that in the tenth edition of this conclave, the presidents and prime ministers of the region will forge a contemporary vision that responds to the challenges of the new times.

December 12, 2024 | X Summit

Key regional actors of the Summits of the Americas Process discussed strategies to strengthen and enhance cooperation between governments, business, civil society, and young leaders. (Spanish only)

November 23, 2024 |

At the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, four regional organizations of the JWG decided to join forces to promote concrete actions in favor of equity and sustainable development, highlighting key initiatives such as the Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty.

November 19, 2024 | JSWG

The OAS inaugurated an exhibition to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Summit of the Americas, which includes photographs from the EFE Agency, and which reviews the history of these meetings of leaders of the American continent since 1994. (Spanis only)

October 18, 2024 | 30 years

As part of the preparatory work for the Tenth Summit of the Americas, the Summits Secretariat carried out an official mission to the city of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, on October 7-8, 2024. During the visit, meetings were held with representatives of the government of the Dominican Republic, in its capacity as the Chair of the Summits Process, as well as with civil society organizations and social actors.

October 7-8, 2024 | X Summit

President Luis Abinader reported that, for the first time, the Dominican Republic will host the X Summit of the Americas in 2025. This event is considered the most important regional conclave for the countries of the Western Hemisphere.

September 24, 2024 | X Summit

The Second Annual Governance for Development Conference took place during the High-Level Week of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly in September 2024, a few days after the Summit of The Future.

September 23, 2024 | JSWG

In an exclusive interview, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Minister of the Dominican Republic, Roberto Álvarez, confirmed that the country will host the next Summit of the Americas, scheduled for the first week of December 2025 in Punta Cana. (Spanish only)

September 19, 2024 | X Summit

Two years after its passage, the U.S.-led migration pact unites American leaders to promote safe, legal migration.

September 16, 2024 | IX Summit

Abinader referred to the Tenth Summit of the Americas, which will take place in Punta Cana, during the first week of December 2025, for which, he said, they are actively working with the OAS Summits Secretariat and the Summit Review and Implementation Group in the organization of that event. whose success is a commitment of his government. (Spanish only)

September 5, 2024 | X Summit

The 27th edition of CAF's Annual Conference was held on September 5th, 2024 in Washington DC, to discuss the main challenges facing the region in the global scenario.

September 5, 2024 | JSWG

The report examines digital transformation and workforce development in Latin America and the Caribbean, highlighting challenges such as digital divides, skills gaps, and infrastructure limitations. It explores opportunities for leveraging technology to drive economic growth and offers recommendations for fostering innovation, enhancing digital skills, and building inclusive digital ecosystems in the region.

August 8, 2024 | IX Summit

Foreign ministers from a dozen Western Hemisphere nations set their sights on ambitious goals to boost the region's economy at a semiannual of the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity (APEP), with clean energy, cybersecurity and investments in semiconductors high on their list.

July 19 2024 | IX Summit

The OAS Secretary General reported that he held a meeting with the Deputy Minister of Multilateral Foreign Policy, Rubén Silié, as well as the Deputy Minister of Energy Savings and Efficiency, Alfonso Rodríguez. (Spanish only)

May 2, 2024 | X Summit

The report addresses health and resilience challenges in Latin America and the Caribbean, focusing on issues like healthcare inequities, pandemic preparedness, and the impact of climate change on public health. It discusses commitments from the IX Summit of the Americas and proposes strategies to strengthen health systems, enhance regional collaboration, and build resilience to future crises.

April 16, 2024 | IX Summit

Inaugurated on December 6, 1996, the Summit of the Americas Monument was built in just three months to celebrate the Summit on Sustainable Development. This inter-American presidential meeting, held in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, sought to establish a common vision for the future in line with sustainable development concepts.

May 11, 2024 |

The Ministerial Meeting of the Los Angeles Declaration will take place in Guatemala, which is expected to attract 22 representatives of countries of the Americas and international organizations. (Spanish only)

May 5, 2024 | IX Summit

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, and to avoid a repeat of the immense health, social and economic impacts that the world experienced from such a devastating health crisis, the countries of the world decided to work together to strengthen capacities for pandemic prevention, preparedness and response through greater collaboration, solidarity and high-level political commitment.

February 14, 2024 | JSWG

A long and creative history of alliance diplomacy.

Winter 2024 | IX Summit

The report examines clean energy challenges and opportunities in Latin America and the Caribbean, focusing on infrastructure gaps, renewable energy adoption, and the potential for green hydrogen production. It highlights regional efforts like PACC 2030 and offers recommendations on scaling projects, modernizing grids, and addressing financing and skills gaps to advance energy transitions.

December 20, 2023 | IX Summit

The report explores urban development priorities in Latin America and the Caribbean, addressing challenges such as housing shortages, climate resilience, and sustainable infrastructure. It examines commitments made at the IX Summit of the Americas and provides recommendations for advancing inclusive and sustainable cities through public-private collaboration, innovative financing, and regional cooperation.

November 8, 2023 | Cities Summit

In a protocol ceremony held at the State Department, the Foreign Minister of the Dominican Republic, Roberto Álvarez, officially received the Chairmanship of the Summit of the Americas from the hands of the Assistant Secretary of State of the United States, Brian Nichols.

November 3, 2023 | X Summit

President Biden and Leaders of the eleven other inaugural Americas Partnership countries – Barbados, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Mexico, Panama, Peru, and Uruguay – announced their plan to drive inclusive growth and to strengthen critical supply chains, with an initial focus on clean energy, semiconductors, and medical supplies.

November 3, 2023 | IX Summit

The Dominican Republic will host the X Summit of the Americas in 2025, the most important regional conclave for the countries of the Western Hemisphere, to be held under the collaboration of the Organization of American States (OAS).

October 6, 2023 | X Summit