The Ministry of Tourism announced that the central government will take upon itself the collecting of garbage in tourist areas, such as the Colonial City, Port of Santo Domingo area, and the Las Americas International Airport. The private company that provides the service has been deficient which results in a bad impression caused especially to cruise ship visitors. Minister of Tourism Felix Jiménez made the announcement. He said the decision was reached after holding a meeting with President Leonel Fernández. Garbage collecting is the responsibility of the Municipality of Santo Domingo.
