Dominican authorities work to secure release of citizen detained in Haiti
Local December 4, 2024 | 9:15 am
Haiti.- The Director General of Migration, Vice Admiral Luis Rafael Lee Ballester, announced ongoing efforts with Haitian authorities to secure the release of Manuel Adolfo Calderón [...]U.S. Trade Mission promotes diverse business opportunities in the Caribbean
Local December 4, 2024 | 8:48 am
Santo Domingo.- The U.S. Commercial Service, in collaboration with its Embassy in the Dominican Republic, hosted the Global Diversity Export Initiative (GDEI) conference and trade mis[...]Agribusiness leader sees bright future for Dominican agriculture
Economy December 4, 2024 | 8:27 am
Santo Domingo.- Homero Antonio González Duluc, named Agro-Entrepreneur of the Year, expressed optimism about the Dominican Republic's agricultural sector, particularly banana product[...]Immigration Director Lee Ballester tours border to implement market security measures
Local December 4, 2024 | 8:18 am
Dajabón.- Vice Admiral Lee Ballester, director of the General Directorate of Migration, accompanied by CESFRONT director José Rodríguez Coste and other government officials, toured[...]Infotep offers graphic design training for hearing-impaired learners
Local December 3, 2024 | 4:47 pm
Santo Domingo.- The National Institute for Technical and Professional Training (Infotep) has launched a "Design and Production of Personalized Articles" course tailored for individual[...]President Abinader launches Christmas Peace Guarantee Operation 2024
Local December 3, 2024 | 2:45 pm
Santo Domingo.- President Luis Abinader inaugurated the 2024 Christmas Peace Guarantee operation, deploying over 19,000 personnel from the National Police and Armed Forces to enhance [...]Workers protest Labor Reform, defend severance pay rights
Local December 3, 2024 | 2:13 pm
Santo Domingo.- Hundreds of workers and union leaders protested outside the National Congress, warning legislators against altering unemployment provisions in the proposed labor refor[...]Abinader welcomes Robin Bernstein’s return as Ambassador
Local December 3, 2024 | 1:18 pm
Santo Domingo.- President Luis Abinader welcomed the return of Robin Bernstein, former U.S. ambassador to the Dominican Republic, expressing hope for her reappointment during a press [...]Abinader confident Haiti Security Mission will succeed with full deployment
Local December 3, 2024 | 10:46 am
Santo Domingo.- Dominican President Luis Abinader expressed confidence in the success of the Multinational Security Mission (MMS) in Haiti, provided that the promised deployment of 2,[...]Boostcamp 2024 highlights Dominican Republic’s startup potential
Economy December 3, 2024 | 9:59 am
Santo Domingo.- Boost Acceleration Camp launched Boostcamp 2024, a flagship event aimed at strengthening the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the Dominican Republic. Held during Global En[...]Retailers threaten to halt bottled water sales over sun exposure issue
Health December 3, 2024 | 9:35 am
Santo Domingo.- The National Central of United Retailers announced plans to stop selling bottled water if supplier companies fail to protect displays from sunlight, in line with a res[...]Ucenor raises alarm over poultry sector crisis and egg shortage
Local December 3, 2024 | 8:34 am
Santo Domingo.- The Union of Merchants and Entrepreneurs of the Northeast (Ucenor) raised concerns over a looming egg supply crisis in the Dominican Republic, citing the impact on low[...]Abinader launches construction of Santo Domingo Oeste Cable Car
Local December 3, 2024 | 8:28 am
Santo Domingo.- President Luis Abinader unveiled plans for the Santo Domingo Oeste Cable Car, a $250 million project connecting six districts to the Duarte Highway. With seven station[...]Supérate Director addresses concerns over Christmas bonus eligibility
Local December 3, 2024 | 8:21 am
Santo Domingo.- In response to allegations of irregularities in the allocation of the Christmas bonus, Gloria Reyes, director of the Supérate program, clarified that being listed in [...]Dominican Republic launches Aviation Week with tribute and thanksgiving mass
Local December 2, 2024 | 9:00 pm
Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Institute of Civil Aviation (IDAC), alongside the Civil Aviation Board (JAC), the Specialized Corps in Airport and Civil Aviation Security (CESAC), and [...]Dominican Audit Chamber faces scrutiny for inefficiency and misuse of funds
Economy December 2, 2024 | 8:54 pm
Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Alliance Against Corruption (ADOCCO) has leveled serious accusations against the country's Audit Chamber, alleging signific[...]
Electronic passport implementation to cost nothing for Dominican state
Local December 2, 2024 | 4:59 pm
Santo Domingo.- Lorenzo Ramírez, Director General of Passports, announced that the Dominican State will not bear any financial burden for implementing electronic passports. The initi[...]Bolívar Valera admits lack of consultation on social media regulation proposal
Local December 2, 2024 | 4:16 pm
Santo Domingo.- Bolívar Valera, a deputy from the Modern Revolutionary Party (PRM), admitted he did not consult key figures before presenting a resolution on the self-regulation of s[...]Audit praises Punta Catalina for sustainability and community initiatives
Local December 2, 2024 | 2:25 pm
Punta Catalina.- The international consultancy RINA released its November 2024 audit report on the Punta Catalina Electricity Generating Company (EGEPC), praising advancements in envi[...]Leonel claims Government used $775 million from Aerodom contract for reelection
Local December 2, 2024 | 1:10 pm
Santo Domingo.- Former President Leonel Fernández, leader of Fuerza del Pueblo, accused the government of using $775 million from the renegotiation of Aerodom's contract to fund Pres[...]
