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Larimar receives International Denomination of Origin Certification

The Ministry of Energy and Mines has announced that in a landmark achievement for the Dominican Republic, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) has granted the country the International Registration of the Denomination of Origin Larimar Barahona. This certification provides global legal protection for the semi-precious larimar stone, which is found exclusively in the province …
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Hot temperatures as Saharan Dust covers the DR, but three troughs have weakened

There are pros and cons to the Saharan Dust clouds covering the Caribbean. On one hand, it’s hotter than usual. On the other, weather forecasters say the Saharan Dust weakens weather systems reducing the intensity of the rains that passing troughs may bring this week. The weather report says were scattered showers, isolated thunderstorms and …
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Expectations for presentation of Ministry of Public Works roadworks plan and the Botanical Gardens

There is much expectation for the announced presentation on the morning of Wednesday, 23 July 2025 at the Botanical Gardens by the Ministry of Public Works of the roadworks modernization plan addressing concerns the roadworks would impact the National Botanical Gardens of Santo Domingo. Minister of Public Works Eduardo Estrella is scheduled to announce the …
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President Abinader enacts key land use regulation

President Luis Abinader issued Decree No. 396-25, officially approving the Implementation Regulations for Law No. 368-22 on Territorial Planning, Land Use, and Human Settlements. This marks a significant step in the government’s efforts to foster integrated and balanced municipal development across the Dominican Republic. The announcement was made by Antoliano Peralta Romero, legal consultant to …