DR1 Daily News - Dominican Republic

Residents of the Pedro García municipal district, situated on the slopes of the Cordillera Septentrional, took to the streets on 11 May 2026 to voice a firm rejection of potential mining exploitation in the region.

The demonstration, characterized by a cross-generational turnout of children, youth, and the elderly, moved through the streets of the community located along the highway connecting Santiago and Puerto Plata. Protesters carried banners with slogans such as “The mountain range is not for sale” and “Water is worth more than gold,” emphasizing the vital importance of the area’s river systems and natural landscapes to their local identity and economy.

Broad community supportThe march saw unified backing from several key local organizations and leaders, including:• The Association for the Development of Pedro García• Local religious institutions...