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Whales come early due to extreme cold

Humpback whales have adjusted their migratory patterns this season, arriving to the northern waters of the Dominican Republic earlier than usual. Samana City becomes the whale-watching capital of the Dominican Republic from mid January through March every year. According to a report by El Día, the extreme cold and winter storms currently affecting the United …

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President Abinader presents major historical project to revitalize 15th Century trails

President Luis Abinader has officially unveiled the “Ruta del Encuentro de Dos Civilizaciones” (Meeting of Two Civilizations Route), a 450-kilometer historical and cultural trail designed to position the Dominican Republic as a global destination for pilgrimage and heritage tourism. Inspired by Spain’s famous Camino de Santiago, the project aims to revitalize the original 15th-century trails …

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Dominican Republic courts Mexican travelers

In a strategic move to cement the Dominican Republic’s positioning as a top-tier destination for Mexican travelers, Tourism Minister David Collado hosted a “Meet in Paradise” roadshow in Mexico City. The event, held at the Centro Banamex, drew over 1,600 industry professionals, including travel agents, tour operators, and media representatives from across Mexico. The massive …

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Abinader returns from Dubai and takes time to open two sports facilities in Puerto Plata

In a move aimed at bolstering youth development and athletic infrastructure, President Luis Abinader inaugurated two modern indoor multi-use sports complexes in Puerto Plata on Sunday, 8 February 2026. The day before he had been in Dubai promoting investments for the Dominican Republic. The sports venues in Puerto Plata represent a combined government investment of …

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The UAE and the Dominican Republic agree on regional dialogue

In early February 2026, President Luis Abinader and Minister of Housing, Victor Bisono took part in the World Governments Summit in Dubai. As a result of the conversations at the summit, President Abinader witnessed the signing of an agreement that will have the Dominican Republic hosting the World Governments Summit Regional Dialogue for Latin America …

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New Minister of Agriculture promotes mechanizing the sector

In early 2026, the Dominican Republic’s agricultural landscape saw a significant leadership shift with the appointment of Francisco Oliverio Espaillat Bencosme as the new Minister of Agriculture, succeeding Limber Cruz, who had been at the helm since August 2020. Cruz was criticized for allowing billions in farm produce imports. The Minister Espaillat, a former “Agro-entrepreneur …

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Abinader creates a commission to deal with Haitian vacuum of authority

President Luis Abinader issued Presidential Decree 67-26 that creates a special commission to monitor measures taken within the framework of the on-going dialogue regarding the multidimensional crisis in Haiti and its implications for the Dominican Republic. The commission has no operational functions and its operations will be supported by the several ministries that make up …

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