Economy

Economy March 13, 2025 | 5:45 pm

Can Startups turn the Dominican Republic into the Japan of the Caribbean?

YES it can! History teaches us lessons about economic development and turning the tides of international relevance. Japan, for example, is a fascinating example of what innovation can do for a developing nation. In the mid-1800s, Japan was a feudal society. Samurai walked the streets with swords, and merchants sold from horse-drawn buggies. By 1904, however, due to rapid industrializat... Read more

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