The Dominican Republic is a country located on the island of Hispaniola in the Caribbean region. The Dominican Republic has a population of over 10 million people, making it the second largest country in the Caribbean. The Dominican Republic is a popular tourist destination, with over 2 million tourists visiting each year. The Dominican Republic has a tropical climate, with average temperatures of 28 degrees Celsius. The Dominican Republic is a member of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), the Association of Caribbean States (ACS), and the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS). The Dominican Republic is also a member of the United Nations, the World Trade Organization, and the International Monetary Fund. The Dominican Republic has a free market economy, with a GDP of $68.4 billion, and is ranked as the 68th largest economy in the world. The Dominican Republic is the largest economy in the Caribbean and Central American region, and is the second largest economy in the Caribbean after Cuba. The Dominican Republic is an upper-middle-income economy, with a per capita GDP of $12,752. The Dominican Republic is the most developed economy in the Caribbean, and is the second most developed economy in Central America after Costa Rica. The Dominican Republic is classified as a middle-income country by the World Bank. The Dominican Republic is a mixed economy, with both private and public sectors. The Dominican Republic has a large agricultural sector, which employs over 25% of the workforce. The Dominican Republic is a major exporter of sugar, coffee, cocoa, tobacco, and fruits. The Dominican Republic is the world’s largest exporter of cigars. The Dominican Republic has a manufacturing sector that employs over 10% of the workforce. The Dominican Republic is a major producer of textiles, electronics, and cigars. The Dominican Republic has a service sector that employs over 60% of the workforce. The Dominican Republic is a major tourist destination, with over 2 million tourists visiting each year. The Dominican Republic has a diverse economy, with a variety of industries. The Dominican Republic is a middle-income country, with a per capita GDP of $12,752.