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Presidency commits RD$12 billion for Melissa storm reparations

President Luis Abinader announced a massive state contribution of RD$12 billion (approximately US$205 million) to assist communities, farmers, and businesses severely impacted by Tropical Storm Melissa in October 2025. The funding aims not only to provide immediate relief but also to reactivate the economy and restore critical infrastructure across affected regions, fulfilling the government’s pledge …
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Earthquake emergency drill creates new awareness

A national earthquake evacuation drill, mandated by President Luis Abinader and organized by the Center for Emergency Operations (COE) in coordination with the the National Office of Seismic Evaluation and Vulnerability of Infrastructure and Buildings (Onesvie), along with other national emergency agencies to prepare the public for potential natural disasters, saw widespread participation and notable …
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Named US ambassador presents credentials to Foreign Minister Roberto Alvarez

Foreign Minister Roberto Álvarez officially received the copies of the Letters of Credence from the newly designated United States ambassador to the Dominican Republic, Leah Francis Campos, on Wednesday, 5 November 2025 at the Ministry of Foreign Relations. headquarters. Following the receipt of the official document, Minister Álvarez extended a warm welcome to the new …
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El Caribe muses on the high cost of the summit preparations, chacabana inventory concern

The abrupt cancellation of the Summit of the Americas, a mere 29 days before its scheduled opening, has effectively rendered years of meticulous preparation and significant financial investment obsolete, an editorial El Caribe sent to its readers observes. Since July 2022, over three years of intensive planning have gone into organizing the event. This includes …
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Civil Society slams RD$75 million Senate holiday bonds

The Senate of the Dominican Republic is facing intense scrutiny over its decision to acquire and place RD$75 million (approximately US$1.3 million) in holiday bonds for distribution at their discretion. Civil society organizations argue the holiday bonds distorts the legislative function and highlights the deficiencies in public spending efficiency. Representatives from various civil society groups …