Dolores Vicioso – Page 2

The Central Bank of the Dominican Republic (BCRD) reports that the national economy expanded by 4.1% during the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025. This growth was significantly bolstered by the free zone manufacturing sector, which posted a notable 7.8% increase in March alone. According to official data, overall economic …

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The director general of the Customs Agency (DGA), Nelson Arroyo, reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to strengthening Dominican exports through streamlined processes and enhanced logistics, aiming to solidify the country’s position as a strategic regional trade hub. Speaking at a luncheon hosted by the Dominican Association of Exporters (Adoexpo), Arroyo emphasized that the DGA has evolved …

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The Central Bank of the Dominican Republic (BCRD) reports that remittance inflows reached a cumulative total of US$4.08 billion between January and April 2026, marking a 4.1% increase compared to the same period last year. For the month of April alone, the country received US$1.06 billion, which represents an increase of US$105.7 million over April …

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The Central Bank of the Dominican Republic (BCRD) reported that, according to preliminary figures, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) reached around US$1.54 billion at the close of the first quarter of 2026. This represents an increase of US$92.2 million, or 6.4%, compared to the same period in 2025. The robust performance underscores the nation’s continued appeal …

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The Passports Agency (DGP) announced on Monday, 11 May 2026, that Dominican citizens are now permitted to renew their travel documents regardless of the remaining validity on their current booklets. This decision is part of the ongoing implementation of the new Dominican electronic passport and marks a significant shift in institutional policy to accelerate the …

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Agricultural producers in the Constanza Valley are reporting a severe economic crisis characterized by skyrocketing production costs and a collapse in market prices. Local farmers warn that heavy rains, soil saturation and a lack of direct government support has pushed the region’s agricultural sector to the brink of disappearance. Another grievance among producers is the …

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Deputy Rafael “Rafelin” Pérez has voiced his total rejection of rare earth element (REE) mining in Pedernales. The lawmaker from the People’s Force (FP) party warned that such operations would devastate the municipality’s sole water supply and dismantle the agricultural economy of the José Francisco Peña Gómez municipal district. The crux of the opposition lies …

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The Dominican Republic’s senior women’s volleyball team, widely known as the “Reinas del Caribe,” will launch their 2026 FIVB Volleyball Nations League (VNL) campaign on 3 June 2026 against world number three, Turkey in round one in Brasilia. The opening match for the world’s 11th-ranked Dominican squad is scheduled for 12pm as part of Group …

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