Abinader closes sixth year with 55.5% approval
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- President Luis Abinader of the Dominican Republic maintains a 55.5% approval rating among those with a defined opinion.
- This figure rises to 52.1% when including undecided voters, according to AtlasIntel.
- The poll indicates Abinader's administration retains majority support after six years in office.
President Luis Abinader's government is concluding its sixth year and second term with a solid 55.5% approval rating among Dominicans who hold a defined opinion, according to the latest poll by AtlasIntel. The polling firm released its findings for the Dominican Republic, reflecting ongoing public sentiment toward the administration.
When undecided voters are included, the approval rating slightly decreases to 52.1%. However, the results indicate that after six years in power, Abinader's administration continues to command majority support from citizens who have formed an opinion on his performance.
AtlasIntel, recognized internationally for its electoral and public opinion measurements, received an A+ rating from Nate Silver's Silver Bulletin in 2025, ranking it first among U.S. polling firms. The firm has a track record of accurate predictions in various regional elections, including correctly anticipating outcomes in Argentina's 2023 elections and Colombia's 2026 presidential race.
The data suggests that despite economic perceptions, Abinader maintains significant political backing. The continued majority approval signifies a stable base of support for the president's leadership and governance of the Dominican Republic.
Originally published by Diario Libre in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.