2008 – Page 273

Hoy writes that with the hopes of becoming a regional supplier for car parts the Center for Exports and Investment – DR (CEI-RD) and the National Association for Free Trade Zones (ADOZONA) have signed a cooperation agreement with ASG Renaissance. ASG is an international professional services firm. CEI-RD director Eddy Martinez said that the agreement …

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The DR participated in the “Business Leaders Conference between Taiwan, Central American and the Caribbean,” in Taipei, Taiwan with the goal of strengthening its already existent ties with that Asian nation. Among the participating nations were the DR, El Salvador, Haiti, Honduras, Nicaragua, Guatemala and Panama. During a reception with delegation representatives Taiwanese President Chen …

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PRD presidential candidate Miguel Vargas Maldonado announced yesterday his choice of former president of the Dominican Olympic Committee Jose Joaquin Puello. Puello, a leading neurosurgeon, worked closely with Vargas Maldonado, who was minister of Public Works during the organization of the 2003 Pan American Games that called for billions in construction works. Puello presided the …

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The Presidency reports that the DR will be recognized for its role in helping diffuse the tensions between Venezuela, Colombia and Ecuador during the Rio Summit held in Santo Domingo earlier this month. The DR will be awarded, on 26 March in Panama, the Order of Emilio Maspero by the Latin American Workers Central (CLAT). …

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The Conatra bus union is baiting the government into taking away its fuel subsidy, arguing that said subsidy only brings loses. In the same breathe Conatra representatives said that they would then raise urban and suburban bus fares by 25% and 30%. Reps also asked for immediate meetings with Industry and Commerce director Melanio Pardes …

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For those of you traveling to the North and Northeast Coasts be aware that Center for Emergency Operations (COE) officials have closed beaches in that area for 48 hours due to fears of strong wave activity due to an unusual cold front. The Weather Department expects waves of 12 feet in the area. Listin Diario …

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The Center for Emergency Operations (COE), respecting the wishes of the Catholic Church and other sectors have passed a resolution that prohibits any type of political campaigning on beaches, highways and in clubs during the Holy Week celebrations. The resolution was passed in order to assure peace during the week and to ensure that the …

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Dominican boxer Juan Carlos Payano has earned a spot in this year’s Olympic Games in China. The young boxer will be fighting in the 51 kilo weight class and has high hopes for bringing the DR an Olympic medal. Payano gained his spot after an impressive showing during the classification games held this pas weekend …

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Over the weekend, President Fernandez told the PLD party Central Committee that he was sticking with Rafael Alburquerque as his Veep. Today is the last day to register as a candidate for the office of President or Vice-President of the Dominican Republic. The PRD’s Miguel Vargas and the Cuarta Via’s Eduardo Estrella have yet to …

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The country’s Civil Registry offices will be overhauled this year, and the incumbents will have to re-qualify for the job. According to an announcement made by Central Electoral Board (JCE) magistrate Aura Celeste Fernandez, the entire system will be reviewed; all the applicants will be processed; and those who are chosen for the posts will …

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