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"The First World consisted of the U.S., Western Europe and their allies. The Second World was the so-called Communist Bloc: the Soviet Union, China, Cuba and friends. The remaining nations, which aligned with neither group, were assigned to the Third World."
Just because it has a few fast food restaurants malls, too many cars and few resorts means nothing. In almost all world rankings DR is 3rd world. If Mexico and Colombia which are years ahead of DR are considered 3rd world.
Just because it has a few fast food restaurants malls, too many cars and few resorts means nothing. In almost all world rankings DR is 3rd world. If Mexico and Colombia which are years ahead of DR are considered 3rd world.
Rey,
Aren’t you in Piantini?
Have your mom fly into Santo Domingo next time. Much closer than Santiago.
Aren’t you in Piantini?
Have your mom fly into Santo Domingo next time. Much closer than Santiago.
You are incorrect, as is your definition. The DR is considered a developing nation. Anyone living here knows that it is first world in some respects, second in others, and third in others, thus, developing nation status. The DR, for example is more developed than Cuba in most aspects.
You are incorrect and it is not my definition it is direct from npr.org, history channel and USA govt websites. https://2009-2017.state.gov/ "The Dominican Republic is a middle-income developing country primarily dependent on agriculture, trade, and services, especially tourism." Developing Country is political correct word for 3rd world - "According to the UN, a developing country is a country with a relatively low standard of living, undeveloped industrial base, and moderate to low Human Development Index (HDI). This index is a comparative measure of poverty, literacy, education, life expectancy, and other factors for countries worldwide.
Im sure most countries feel developed to Cuba. That is not saying much. Like I said the fast food apps, malls, ubers and over financed cars on the road do not mean its not 3rd world. In the important things it is 200% 3rd world infrastructure, electric even in the best areas in the capital the power goes out often, the water system fails often thats why most of the people have the tanks on the roof even in towers. All the big businesses and middle to upper class apartments need to have their own backup power planta or you need inversor in casa because the power grid is not reliable. Have you ever seen a Dom mail truck... didnt think so. Most of the country including the city does not even have addresses. 2nd worst driving in the world only ahead of somalia, one of lowest education and literacy in the world and much more.
"With a lead of 28.7 points, the Dominican Republic (DR) is the most dangerous country for driving, being named by WHO the worst for traffic accidents per inhabitant in the world. According to the entity, the leading cause of death in people aged 15 to 29 in the DR is fatal car collisions, surpassing figures for at least three underdeveloped African countries.
In the DR, the annual deaths related to traffic average 3,000, a higher rate than those of Zimbabwe, Liberia and Eritrea, and even Venezuela, a fellow Latin American partner.'
Think whatever makes you feel better. My opinion does not matter. But the rest of the world views, considers and ranks DR as 3rd world.
Obviously it does not bother me and I like the country in spite of its short comings. But I still call a spade a spade even if its not in my favor to do so.
Now you had me second guessing.... I had to go double check myself lol. I just checked the website "Global Entry costs $100 for a five year membership. " Note - if you use certain credit cards amex platinum, cap one venture i think the cc company will refund you the $100 on your statement if you pay for the membership with their credit card. I know amex for sure, the other not sure of but their is a list of them that do refund the fee.
that sounds about right. The new kiosks when entering U.S do not even require you to insert your passport. They do not even print out a receipt now. You just walk by the agent and says "welcome home"
the kiosk takes your picture so fast and the screen directs you to exit
Suddenly had a flashback of expats that say the DR is corrupt. Oh sure, the expats bribe too, but don't you dare call them corrupt. Yet, there are Dominicans that aren't corrupt and never bribe anyone for anything. 
If the DR is a third world country, doesn't that makes everyone that lives in it third world people too or is this like the "the DR is couupt, but I'm not" while bribing left, right, and center? lol
No need to bribe anyone to get autogate since it's free (except in Punta Cana) and a rather quick registration.
If the DR is a third world country, doesn't that makes everyone that lives in it third world people too or is this like the "the DR is couupt, but I'm not" while bribing left, right, and center? lol
No need to bribe anyone to get autogate since it's free (except in Punta Cana) and a rather quick registration.
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I am based in Nevada and have a casa in Santiago with frequent visits.
I'll take any part of the DR over Chicago, Baltimore, New Orleans, Frisco, LA, Portland, Seattle, etc. anytime.
I'll take any part of the DR over Chicago, Baltimore, New Orleans, Frisco, LA, Portland, Seattle, etc. anytime.
Controversy in Using the “Third World” Designation
There’s been a lot of controversy regarding the use of the term “third world” to describe certain countries, as it may indicate a lower level of geopolitical significance compared to countries in the or “First World” or “Second World.” For example, a country that is part of the “First World” is not necessarily better in every way than a country in the “Third World.” Instead, the terms “developing countries” or “least developed countries” are increasingly used in place of the term “Third World.”
Third World
The modern definition of "Third World" is used to classify countries that are poor or developing. Countries that are part of the "third
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I don't like the term "3rd World".
But then I am not as old as some of ya'll nor moored to past perceptions.
I prefer the term "developing nation"
There are opportunities to be found in a "developing nation".
And if that was not true...none of Ya'll would be living here now would you?
