Dominican Republic has installed a total of 17 renewable energy plants
Economy April 9, 2023 | 12:00 pm
The CNE says this guarantees that the country will meet the goal of covering 25% of the national demand with renewable energy by 2025. The Dominican Republic currently has 17 large renewable energy[...]Steps to follow to acquire for the first time or to renew the Dominican passport
Local April 9, 2023 | 11:00 am
Santo Domingo DR The passport is a necessary identity document for those needing or wanting to travel to another country. Due to the great demand for passports registered in the Dominican Republic[...]Earthquake strongly felt in several cities in the Dominican Republic
Local April 8, 2023 | 2:21 pm
A first by Google's Earthquake Alert System reported magnitude 4.5 tremor and later reported by the USGS (United States Geological Survey) as a magnitude 4.1 earthquake was strongly felt in several ci[...]Tips for Staying Safe and Secure During Easter Holidays in the Dominican Republic
Local April 7, 2023 | 8:16 am
As the Easter holidays approach, many people are concerned about leaving their homes unprotected while on vacation, without realizing that criminals are also planning their moves and can strike from a[...]Dominican Republic and Jamaica hold High Level Dialogue on Trade and Investment
Economy April 6, 2023 | 3:42 pm
An important intersectoral meeting called "High-Level Dialogue on Trade and Investment Dominican Republic-Jamaica" was recently organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic a[...]World Bank lowers growth forecast for the Dominican Republic
Economy April 6, 2023 | 9:55 am
As the year progresses, new challenges may arise and change the economic landscape. This is the case with the growth projections made by international organizations such as the World Bank (WB), which [...]Banks in the Dominican Republic use Artificial Intelligence
Economy April 6, 2023 | 8:08 am
As the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to increase, financial system users are demanding greater access to money with quicker processing times and more inclusive and cost-effective instr[...]Four Dominicans captured in Puerto Rico with cocaine valued at US$15 million
World April 5, 2023 | 1:42 pm
On Wednesday, federal agents in Puerto Rico apprehended four Dominicans who were attempting to introduce 1,455 pounds (660 kilos) of cocaine, worth $15.1 million, along the northeast coast of the isla[...]Iberia CEO: “Merger with Air Europa would improve Dominican Republic’s coverage”
Tourism April 5, 2023 | 10:36 am
The CEO of Iberia, Javier Sánchez-Prieto, spoke with Diario Libre about the company's merger with Air Europa and how it would benefit travelers. He explained that the merger would improve coverage fo[...]Dominican Vice President ends visit to Japan
World April 5, 2023 | 9:37 am
Upon concluding her program of activities in Japan, Vice President Raquel Peña arrived in South Korea on Wednesday to continue her agenda, which includes important meetings with various sectors of th[...]Dominican Republic manages to surpass Haiti in mango exports to the US
Economy April 4, 2023 | 1:44 pm
According to the National Mango Board (NMB) based in Miami, the Dominican Republic has surpassed Haiti in mango exports to the United States in 2022. Haiti had dominated this "important market" for ov[...]Dominican tourism facing the challenge of “more open” offers
Economy April 4, 2023 | 11:41 am
The COVID-19 pandemic has had long-lasting effects on the economy and people's lifestyles, even three years after its start. One significant area that has been impacted is tourism in the Dominican Rep[...]Prime Minister of Japan defines the Dominican Republic as a very important partner
World April 4, 2023 | 10:46 am
During a meeting with Dominican Vice President Raquel Peña, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida stated that the Dominican Republic is an important partner for his country and expressed interest in [...]The eastern beaches are prepared for vacationers in the Dominican Republic
Tourism April 4, 2023 | 10:42 am
Preparations have been underway since last week to welcome vacationers to the eastern beaches during the Easter holiday, especially in the area known for its gastronomic offerings and tourist attracti[...]43 arrested for forest fires in the Dominican Republic
Local April 4, 2023 | 9:23 am
The Ministry of the Environment and Natural Resources reported that 43 people have been arrested for causing recent fires in the country. Of those arrested, 26 are Dominicans and 17 are Haitians. The [...]39 Dominicans intercepted in Puerto Rico are repatriated
World April 4, 2023 | 8:30 am
On Monday, the US Coast Guard reported that 39 Dominican migrants, including eight women and a minor, were repatriated after their boat was intercepted on Friday while trying to reach Mona Island, a n[...]Green Action: impact of forest fires in Dominican Republic has been devastating
Local April 3, 2023 | 3:42 pm
The Fundación Acción Verde has described the impact of forest fires on the forests of the Dominican Republic in recent months as "devastating." The group has indicated that up to March alone, more t[...]Largest Cocaine Seizures in the Dominican Republic
Local April 3, 2023 | 10:41 am
Since 2000, the National Drug Control Directorate (DNCD) has seized eleven drug shipments, ranging from one to over 2.5 tons, with five of those seizures occurring during the current government period[...]Abel Martinez says the Dominican Republic cannot continue with the elites or with Haitianization
Local April 3, 2023 | 9:40 am
Abel Martínez, the candidate of the PLD party, was present in Elías Piña where he conducted a tour and engaged with the Pastors' Confraternity. As the PLD's presidential candidate, he emphasized th[...]Dominican Republic among countries with less combat capacity
Local April 3, 2023 | 8:14 am
Haiti experiences recurring cycles of armed violence that result in devastating effects and humanitarian needs that rival those of armed conflicts. This happens just a few kilometers away from the Dom[...]