Dolores Vicioso

The Ministry of Foreign Relations announced on 12 May 2026 the signing of a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United States to enhance bilateral security and migration management. The agreement, framed within the “Shield of the Americas” initiative, establishes a temporary mechanism for the transit of select third-country nationals through Dominican territory. Notably, …

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In a move said intended to strengthen regional security cooperation, the Dominican government has granted a temporary extension allowing the United States military to access, park, and overfly Dominican territory. These operations are centered at Las Américas International Airport (AILA) and the San Isidro Air Base, situated in the province of Santo Domingo, under the …

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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 …

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In an interview with Maria Elena Nuñez for her Ser Humano podcast, environmental experts Luis Carvajal, of the Environmental Commission of the state university UASD and Jose Mateo, of the environmental committee of the Academy of Sciences, gave insights to help understand the overall picture of the proposed mining projects in the mountain areas of …

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A Gallup-Diario Libre in-person survey of 1,200 possible voters (conducted between 28 April and 1 May 2026) published on Monday, 12 May 2026 in the printed edition of the newspaper, reveals that no single political party in the Dominican Republic currently holds enough support to secure a first-round victory for the 2028 general elections. The …

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The Zenith Sun is a weather phenomenon known as Instant Without Shadows. In Spanish it is referred to as “Sol Cenital.” Its presence marks the beginning of the most rigorous heat period for the country. Residents should anticipate a week of suppressive heat, high humidity, and extreme solar radiation. It is a period when the …

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The first edition of the International Performing Arts Festival (FESTAE 2026) is set to officially launch this Friday, 15 May 2026, transforming Santo Domingo into the cultural epicenter of the Caribbean. The event will integrate theater, music, dance, and academic workshops, aiming to bridge the gap between local talent and the global stage. Produced and …

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The “Destination City” of Cap Cana in eastern Punta Cana is preparing to host the third annual Ironman 70.3 Cap Cana from 16 to 18 May 2026. This year’s edition is on track to become the largest to date, further cementing the Dominican Republic’s status as a premier hub for sports tourism in the Caribbean …

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President Luis Abinader is scheduled to travel to Panama on Tuesday, 12 May 2026, to deliver the keynote address at the 12th Annual World Free Zones Organization (World FZO) AICE World Congress. The high-level event, running from Tuesday, 12 May to Wednesday, 13 May 2026, serves as the premier global platform for free trade zone …

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President Luis Abinader attended the official inauguration of PriceSmart’s newest warehouse club in La Romana on Monday, 11 May 2026. This opening marks a significant US$21.1 million investment in the eastern region, designed to serve as a strategic retail hub for the booming urban centers of Punta Cana, Bavaro, Higüey, Bayahibe-Dominicus, and San Pedro de …

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