2024 – Page 17

In a heartfelt message broadcast across social media and major television networks, President Luis Abinader addressed the nation to reflect on the Dominican Republic’s progress, the challenges overcome, and the ambitious goals his administration is pursuing. The speech, delivered with a festive Christmas spirit, aimed to inspire hope and unity among the people. The President …

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President Luis Abinader visited the Villa de la Navidad in Santo Domingo and Vice President Raquel Peña was in Santiago for the opening of that city’s Christmas decorations. The Villa de la Navidad was set up by the National District capital city government at the grounds of the Palacio de los Deportes in the Juan …

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President Luis Abinader announced on Sunday, 1 December 2024 that retired members of the Dominican Armed Forces will receive 100% coverage for their health insurance starting 1 January 2025. During a luncheon at the Ministry of Defense, Abinader expressed his gratitude to the retired military personnel and emphasized that this increased coverage is a matter …

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It is no big news that motorcyclists are involved in nearly 80% of all traffic accidents in the Dominican Republic. Now, the National Statistics Office (ONE) has published a report on the traffic violations motorcycle drivers are committing. According to ONE, driving the wrong way (against traffic), going through the tunnels or using the overpasses, …

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Efforts to update the Labor Code of the Dominican Republic have stagnated over the keeping of the hefty severance payments imposed by the Labor Code that dates back to 1992. Business groups say this high burden keeps wages low and discourages job creation in the formal sector. Today, the informal sector employs more people. A …

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It may seem strange that a nation with large deposits of gold and silver does not have a local artisanry associated with these precious metals. There are plenty of jewelry shops, but goldsmiths or artisans making the jewelry are scant and the quality is lacking. This issue was recently addressed by the director general of …

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