National Meeting on Human Rights: evaluating the situation in the Dominican Republic
Local December 15, 2023 | 11:00 am
Santo Domingo.- The National Office of Public Defense, particularly through its Department of Vulnerable Groups, recently convened an impactful meeting with the Network of Vulnerable [...]Onamet issues weather alert for several provinces in the Dominican Republic
Local December 15, 2023 | 10:06 am
Santo Domingo.- The National Meteorological Office (Onamet) has issued an alert for nine provinces in the Dominican Republic, cautioning against potential flooding of rivers, streams,[...]USAID announces $1.4 million donation to boost Dominican Republic’s trade
Economy December 15, 2023 | 8:22 am
Santo Domingo.- During her recent visit to the Dominican Republic, USAID Deputy Administrator Isobel Coleman announced a significant $1.4 million donation from the United States Gover[...]Dominican Republic enforces strict measures to protect water bodies
Local December 15, 2023 | 8:11 am
Santo Domingo.- The Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (MMARN) of the Dominican Republic has issued Resolution no. 0050/2023, effectively banning the placement or abandonme[...]World Bank approves $225 million project to revamp Dominican Republic’s electricity sector
Economy December 14, 2023 | 3:49 pm
Santo Domingo.- The World Bank has greenlit a new initiative in the Dominican Republic, investing $225 million to enhance the country's electricity sector. This project aims to signif[...]Puntacana Group CEO advocates for expansion of luxury tourism in the Dominican Republic
Tourism December 14, 2023 | 1:57 pm
Santo Domingo.- Frank Elías Rainieri, CEO of the Puntacana Group, has emphasized that the Dominican Republic is currently in an ideal position to expand its luxury tourism offerings.[...]President Abinader commits over one billion pesos to boost Dominican poultry sector
Economy December 14, 2023 | 12:13 pm
Santo Domingo.- In a significant move to bolster the Dominican Republic's poultry industry, President Luis Abinader has announced the allocation of over one billion pesos towards vari[...]USAID commits $1.4 Million for Dominican trade enhancement
Economy December 14, 2023 | 12:00 pm
Santo Domingo.- The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has announced a significant commitment to support the Dominican Republic's trade sector. Deputy Administ[...]Barrik Pueblo Viejo earns prestigious Igualando Republic Dominicana Platinum Seal for gender equality
Economy December 14, 2023 | 9:48 am
Santo Domingo.- Barrick Pueblo Viejo, a leading mining company in the Dominican Republic, has been awarded the prestigious Igualando RD Platinum Seal. This recognition, a part of a ce[...]$250 million boost for Women-Led SMEs in Dominican Republic by top banks
Economy December 14, 2023 | 8:23 am
New York.- The Dominican Popular Bank (Banco Popular) has partnered with the United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) and Banco Santander in a significant fin[...]ENHOGAR 2022 survey reveals drinking water service challenges in the Dominican Republic
Economy December 14, 2023 | 8:17 am
Santo Domingo.- The ENHOGAR 2022 survey, conducted by the Dominican Republic's National Statistics Office, provides insights into the state of potable water service across the country[...]Barahona free of suspected cholera cases, dengue cases decreasing in the Dominican Republic
Health December 13, 2023 | 3:52 pm
Gina Estrella Ramia, the Director of Risk Management and Disaster Assistance at the Ministry of Public Health, has confirmed that there are currently no suspected cases of cholera in Barahona. This po[...]Dominican Senate forms commission to review Aerodom-State contract, approves other legislative projects
Local December 13, 2023 | 11:48 am
Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Senate has established a special commission to examine the contract between Aeropuertos Dominicanos Siglo XXI (Aerodom) and the State. This decision, ann[...]Dominican Republic reports continued decline in monetary poverty in 2023
Economy December 13, 2023 | 11:37 am
Santo Domingo.- The Ministry of Economy, Planning and Development of the Dominican Republic has released a report showing a sustained decrease in general monetary poverty in the third[...]The Closing Costs for buying property In the Dominican Republic
Expats' Corner December 13, 2023 | 11:27 am
As a foreigner purchasing real estate in the Dominican Republic, you must be aware of the various closing costs involved. Understanding the closing costs allows you to budget accordingly and know the [...]Dominican Republic prepares airport security plan for Christmas festivities
Local December 13, 2023 | 10:18 am
Santo Domingo.- The Tourism Cabinet of the Dominican Republic, led by Minister of Tourism David Collado, is in the process of developing a comprehensive security plan for the country'[...]New leadership announced for the Dominican Republic’s Constitutional Court
Local December 13, 2023 | 8:18 am
The National Council of the Judiciary (CNM) announced that Judge Napoleón Estevez Lavandier will assume the role of presiding judge of the Constitutional Court, succeeding Milton Ray Guevara, whose t[...]President Abinader recognized by Dominican milk producers for advancing livestock industry
Economy December 13, 2023 | 8:12 am
Santo Domingo.- President Luis Abinader was honored by the Dominican Association of Milk Producers (APROLECHE) for his significant contributions to the Dominican livestock sector. APR[...]Congressman Espaillat advocates for modernized Open Skies agreement with Dominican Republic
Local December 12, 2023 | 4:07 pm
Santo Domingo.- Congressman Adriano Espaillat, representing Dominican-American constituents, has urged U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg to finalize the long-awaited mod[...]President Abinader stresses foreign investment’s role in Dominican Republic’s economic growth
Economy December 12, 2023 | 1:20 pm
Santo Domingo.- President Luis Abinader emphasized the critical role of foreign investment in the economic development of the Dominican Republic. Speaking[...]