I Advisory Council for Sustainable Economic Growth and Ethical Innovation in the Dominican Republic (CANIA)

This paper proposes establishing a National AI Advisory Council (CANIA) to strategically guide AI development in the Dominican Republic, accelerating technological growth and fostering a sustainable economic framework. Structured across three layers—strategic, tactical, and operational—CANIA ensures alignment with national priorities, responsiveness to industry needs, and robust ethical oversight. Through a multi-stakeholder model, the council promotes public-private collaboration, with the private sector driving AI adoption to address gaps in public R&D and education. By prioritizing practical and ethical AI policies, CANIA focuses on high-impact sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, and security, while also supporting the creation of a Latin American Large Language Model that positions the Dominican Republic as a regional AI leader. The council represents a strategic investment in ethical AI and sets a precedent for Latin American AI governance.