US Sanctions former Dominican Attorney General, Jean Alain, and family for corruption
World December 11, 2023 | 5:47 pm
Santo Domingo.- In a significant move, the US Government has imposed sanctions on Jean Alain Rodríguez Sánchez, a former Dominican official, and his immediate family, including his [...]Alberto Fujimori Release From Prison Marks Challenge Between Peru And The Inter-American Court
World December 7, 2023 | 12:21 pm
Alberto Fujimori, Peru's former president from 1990 to 2000, was released this Wednesday, fulfilling a contentious order from the country's Constitutional Court. This decision contradicts a prior requ[...]Reef Check Dominican Republic and Judith Gobin honored for contributions to Caribbean Conservation
World December 6, 2023 | 5:41 pm
Panama City.- The Caribbean Biodiversity Fund (CBF) proudly announces the winners of its inaugural Biodiversity Excellence Award for Caribbean Heroes (BEACH) Award, a prestigious recognition honoring [...]Dominican Republic shines at Qatar Tourism Fair with unique experiences
Tourism December 6, 2023 | 1:46 pm
Doha, Qatar.- The Dominican Republic made a successful appearance at the second edition of the State of Qatar tourism fair held at the Doha City Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC[...]Former DEA agent pleads guilty in conspiracy to kill Haitian President
World December 6, 2023 | 8:08 am
Miami.- Joseph Vincent, a former confidential DEA informant, has pleaded guilty to conspiring to kill Haitian President Jovenel Moïse, whose assassination in 2021 caused turmoil in H[...]Massive cocaine seizure hidden in avocado shipment from the Dominican Republic in Spain
World December 5, 2023 | 11:11 am
Spain.- Spanish authorities, including the Civil Guard and Customs Surveillance of the Spanish Tax Agency, have confiscated a staggering 530 kilograms of cocaine at the Adolfo Suárez[...]Putin expreses interest in enhanced cooperation with Dominican Republic
World December 5, 2023 | 11:05 am
Santo Domingo.- Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed Moscow's keen interest in fostering political, economic, and cultural cooperation with the Dominican Republic. During a [...]Manuel Rocha lied in an interview with the FBI while working at the US Embassy in Santo Domingo
World December 5, 2023 | 8:10 am
Santo Domingo.- Former US diplomat Manuel Rocha, who has been arrested on federal charges related to being an agent of the Cuban government, served as Deputy Chief of Mission at the U[...]Fostering Economic Growth and Poverty Alleviation in the Dominican Republic through Climate Action
Economy December 4, 2023 | 6:11 pm
Santo Domingo.- World Bank Report Highlights Dominican Republic's Climate Action Potential for Economic Growth and Poverty Reduction Today, the World Bank released a report emphasi[...]José Paliza will lead the Dominican Republic delegation at the inauguration of Javier Milei in Argentina
World December 4, 2023 | 2:41 pm
Santo Domingo.- José Ignacio Paliza, the Administrative Minister of the Presidency, will head the Dominican Republic's delegation to the Republic of Argentina. This visit is schedule[...]Dominican Republic commits at COP28 to reduce coal use
World December 4, 2023 | 8:15 am
Dubai.- At the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference, commonly known as Cop28, the Dominican Republic pledged to gradually reduce its reliance on coal for electricity generati[...]Former US diplomat, Manuel Rocha, arrested for collaborating with Cuba
World December 4, 2023 | 8:07 am
Miami.- A former American diplomat, once an ambassador to Bolivia, was recently detained following an extensive FBI counterintelligence inquiry for allegedly acting as a clandestine a[...]Dominican Republic, one of Henry Kissinger’s favorite destinations
World December 1, 2023 | 8:11 am
Santo Domingo.- Henry Kissinger, the former United States Secretary and Nobel Peace Prize laureate (1973), had a long-standing connection with the Dominican Republic, often choosing t[...]Coup leader Guy Philippe arrives in Haiti, repatriated by the US
World November 30, 2023 | 4:32 pm
Haiti.- Guy Philippe, a well-known Haitian coup leader, was repatriated to Haiti by the United States government on Thursday, stirring concerns about potential further unrest in a nat[...]Gangs in Haiti gain more ground to the west: victims rise to almost 1,700
World November 30, 2023 | 11:08 am
Haiti.- Haiti is grappling with escalating violence and insecurity due to the widespread influence of gangs and criminal groups. Recent statistics show a disturbing trend in the north[...]Dominican Republic participates in Ibero-American photographic exhibition in Egypt
World November 29, 2023 | 3:20 pm
Cairo.- The Dominican Republic participated, with a presentation of natural sites, in the Ibero-American Biodiversity Photographic Exhibition, held at the Library of Alexandria, locat[...]Haitian authorities regain control and close the Juana Méndez border gate
World November 29, 2023 | 11:07 am
Port-au-Prince.- Haitian authorities have regained control and re-closed the border gate on the bridge connecting the city of Dajabón with Juana Méndez. This action comes after a la[...]Gangs hit central Haiti
World November 29, 2023 | 8:15 am
Port-au-Prince.- The central rural region of Haiti, previously known for its tranquility and vital agricultural role, is now under siege by gangs, as detailed in a recent UN report. T[...]An operational damage fund and actions against sargassum, the Dominican Republic agenda at COP28
World November 28, 2023 | 10:13 am
Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Republic delegation is gearing up to participate in the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 28) in Dubai. Their agenda is centered around [...]Finance Council in Haiti will request credits for canal in Juana Méndez
World November 28, 2023 | 8:18 am
Haiti.- The National Council of Popular Finances of Haiti (KNFP), using its acronym in Creole, is set to approach financial organizations in Haiti with a request to provide loans to c[...]
