Dominican Republic eyes regional market for export growth
Economy December 7, 2023 | 9:19 am
Santo Domingo.- The Caribbean, home to over 44 million people and known for its white-sand beaches and rich heritage from Spanish, French, and Dutch ancestors, is emerging as a key ex[...]Job fair opens U.S. summer work opportunities for Dominican students
Economy December 7, 2023 | 8:21 am
Santo Domingo.- The Tourism and Cultural Exchange Office (OFIT) and the international organization GreenHeart Exchange hosted a job fair for university students participating in the a[...]Frontal system brings increased clouds, rain, and cooler temperatures across Dominican Republic
Local December 7, 2023 | 8:17 am
Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Republic's National Meteorological Office (Onamet) forecasts that a frontal system will bring increased cloud cover to the country this Thursday. The wea[...]Dominican Government faces more criticism over controversial Aerodom contract terms
Economy December 7, 2023 | 8:08 am
Santo Domingo.- The agreement between the Dominican Government and Aeropuertos Dominicanos Siglo XXI (Aerodom) includes a clause where Aerodom can seek financial compensation or other[...]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 [...]Former Dominican Education Minister praised for success in PISA 2022 test
Economy December 6, 2023 | 4:54 pm
Santo Domingo.- The President of the Education Commission of the Chamber of Deputies, Nolberto Ortiz De la Cruz, has praised the former Minister of Education, Roberto Fulcar, for his [...]Dominican Republic recognized for reforestation efforts by World Bank at COP28
Economy December 6, 2023 | 3:51 pm
At COP28, the Dominican Republic's Minister of Environment and Natural Resources, Miguel Ceara Hatton, reaffirmed the government's commitment to expanding forest cover and preserving water sources. Ca[...]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[...]Minister of Defense reaffirms Armed Forces’ commitment to the Dominican people in Christmas message
Local December 6, 2023 | 10:14 am
Santo Domingo.- The Minister of Defense, Díaz Morfa, has issued a heartfelt Christmas message reaffirming the unwavering commitment of the Armed Forces to the Dominican people. In hi[...]Dominican Government send strong Diplomatic Note to Haiti over border incident
Local December 6, 2023 | 8:11 am
Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Government has issued a stern diplomatic note to Haiti following an incident on the northern border where Haitian police entered Dominican territory to d[...]Should you rent or buy property in the Dominican Republic
Expats' Corner December 5, 2023 | 4:08 pm
If you choose to live in the Dominican Republic full-time, you'll have to decide whether to rent a home or acquire one. Both options have advantages and disadvantages, but your choice depends on your [...]Dominican Republic introduces updated methodology for measuring housing deficit
Economy December 5, 2023 | 3:45 pm
Santo Domingo.- The Ministry of Housing and Buildings (MIVED) and the National Statistics Office (ONE) have jointly presented an updated methodology for measuring the housing deficit [...]Dominican exports to Guyana on the rise thanks to Government efforts
Economy December 5, 2023 | 1:38 pm
Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Republic has experienced a significant increase in exports to Guyana, attributing this success to the government's supportive measures for exporting comp[...]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 [...]Rescheduled 2023 Tourism Investment Forum to showcase Dominican tourism industry
Economy December 5, 2023 | 10:15 am
Santo Domingo.- Asonahores announces that the 2023 Tourism Investment Forum, rescheduled due to heavy rains in November, will take place on December 13 at the Ministry of Foreign Affa[...]Canadian couple sentenced for child sexual assault in Dominican Republic
Local December 5, 2023 | 9:04 am
Santo Domingo.- A Canadian couple, Adam Eric Pepper and Tracee Lynne Pepper, both aged 35, has been sentenced to several years in prison in the Dominican Republic for sexually assault[...]Dominican Republic initiates progress towards innovation pact towards National progress
Local December 5, 2023 | 9:00 am
Santo Domingo.- The Government Office of Information and Communication Technology (OGTIC) and the Cabinet of Innovation and Digital Development have taken the initial steps to impleme[...]Dominican Republic is below average in math, reading and science
Local December 5, 2023 | 8:06 am
Santo Domingo.- In the Dominican Republic, students' performance in mathematics, reading comprehension, and science falls below the OECD average, as per the latest PISA report, which [...]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[...]