DR1 Daily News - Dominican Republic

The Ministry of Environment has taken the side of environmentalists who protest actions to change the limits of the Parque Nacional Jaragua. The change would be to enable tourism developments in the southwestern area known for its biodiversity.

The Fifth Chamber of the Superior Administrative Court (TSA) has issued protection ruling no. 0030-1643-2025-SSEN-00786. This ruling orders the modification of the boundaries of Jaragua National Park to allow for tourism development, following a legal challenge filed by a private company.

The Ministry of Environment issued a press release categorically rejecting the court’s decision. The Ministry warned that this ruling sets a dangerous precedent that threatens the integrity of the National System of Protected Areas.

An editorial in Noticias SIN highlights the concerns. Titled, the Jaragua National Park is Not Available Land,” the...