Natural-Born versus Naturalized Dominican Citizen
Expats' Corner December 28, 2023 | 8:23 am
At some point, foreigners who decide to make the Dominican Republic their permanent home will consider pursuing citizenship. And the question that always comes up is, “What’s the difference bet[...]JCE and NYPD collaborate for election security in New York
Local December 28, 2023 | 8:10 am
New York.- The Central Electoral Board (JCE) of the Dominican Republic and the New York Police Department (NYPD) have entered into a memorandum of understanding to enhance cooperation[...]UNWTO Secretary General praises Dominican Republic’s tourism achievement
Tourism December 28, 2023 | 8:08 am
Santo Domingo .- Zurab Pololikashvili, the Secretary General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), has extended his congratulations to President Luis Abinader and Tourism Ministe[...]DIGESETT Director orders staff change in Yamasá following traffic law violation
Local December 28, 2023 | 8:04 am
Yamasa.- General Francisco Osoria de la Cruz, the director of the General Directorate of Traffic and Land Transportation Security (DIGESETT), has mandated a complete change in the sta[...]Haitian transporters protest border searches by Dominican authorities
Local December 27, 2023 | 4:05 pm
Dajabon.- Haitian transporters are threatening to block the border between Juana Méndez and Dajabón once again, expressing discontent with the rigorous searches conducted by Dominic[...]Increased cross-border travel as Haitians return home for Holidays
Local December 27, 2023 | 2:05 pm
Dajabon.- As the festive season approaches, there has been a notable increase in the number of Haitians departing the Dominican Republic to celebrate Chri[...]
Air Century resumes Aruba-Punta Cana route to boost tourism
Bavaro & Punta Cana December 27, 2023 | 1:59 pm
Santo Domingo.- Aruba Airport Authority (AAA) has announced the reinstatement of Air Century's international connection between Aruba and Punta Cana, refl[...]
Frank Rainieri supports Supreme Court decision on Bávaro International Airport suspension
Bavaro & Punta Cana December 27, 2023 | 1:52 pm
Santo Domingo.- Tourism entrepreneur Frank Rainieri, the founder of the Puntacana Group, expressed approval of the Supreme Court of Justice's decision to uphold the suspension of the [...]Onamet forecasts mild weather across the Dominican Republic
Local December 27, 2023 | 12:37 pm
Santo Domingo .- The National Meteorological Office (Onamet) predicts a day with isolated cloudy skies and minimal rainfall during the morning hours across the Dominican Republic. The[...]Edesur boosts Cabo Rojo’s tourism and security with electrification project
Local December 27, 2023 | 10:19 am
Pedernales.- Edesur Dominicana has significantly advanced the electrification of Cabo Rojo, a key tourist area in Pedernales, marking a significant step in enhancing the region's tour[...]Dajabón rice producers face water crisis due to canal construction in Haiti
Local December 27, 2023 | 10:14 am
Dajabon.- Rice producers in Dajabón province, Dominican Republic, are raising alarms over a potential water shortage threatening their livelihoods. This crisis stems from the constru[...]Investment funds boost employment and economic growth in the Dominican Republic
Economy December 27, 2023 | 8:11 am
Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Association of Investment Fund Administrators (ADOSAFI) has highlighted the significant impact of investment funds on the country's economy and job marke[...]National socio-environmental network calls for action on Samaná wetlands damage
North Coast December 27, 2023 | 8:07 am
Samana.- The National Socio-Environmental Network, dedicated to preserving natural resources in the Dominican Republic, has strongly condemned the recent destruction of wetlands betwe[...]Elderly man suffers severe injuries in Hato Mayor del Rey explosion
Local December 27, 2023 | 8:03 am
Hato Mayor.- An 83-year-old man, Nelson Martínez, suffered serious injuries following an explosion in his residence at Santana Street #52 in the Puerto Rico neighborhood, Hato Mayor [...]IDAC director: Goal of 10 million is due to efforts of Abinader’s administration
Tourism December 26, 2023 | 8:35 pm
Santo Domingo.- The general director of the Dominican Civil Aviation Institute (IDAC), Héctor Porcella, affirmed that the goal of 10 million visitors, reached by the country this Dec[...]Dominican tourism flourishes under Minister David Collado’s leadership
Tourism December 26, 2023 | 4:28 pm
Santo Domingo.- Aníbal Díaz, president of the Tourism Commission of the Chamber of Deputies, recently lauded the efforts of Tourism Minister David Collado in achieving the ambitious[...]Literacy rates in the Dominican Republic: Findings from the ENHOGAR 2022 survey
Local December 26, 2023 | 4:01 pm
Santo Domingo.- The National Survey of Multiple Purpose Households (ENHOGAR) 2022 conducted by the National Statistics Office (ONE) reveals significant insights into the literacy rate[...]Dominican banking sector significantly boosts housing access in last decade
Local December 26, 2023 | 2:13 pm
Santo Domingo.- The Association of Multiple Banks of the Dominican Republic (ABA) has highlighted the pivotal role of the banking sector in reducing the housing deficit and enhancing [...]National Geographic’s “Cool List” for 2024 highlights nine destinations in the Americas
Tourism December 26, 2023 | 12:06 pm
New York.- National Geographic magazine recently unveiled its "Cool List," a survey of the "coolest" destinations to visit in 2024, and spotlights the Americas region with nine must-s[...]Banco Popular Dominicano lauded for sustainability, reputation, and work environment
Local December 26, 2023 | 12:01 pm
Santo Domingo.- Banco Popular Dominicano has been distinguished as the most sustainable company, the banking entity with the best reputation, and the company with the best organizatio[...]