2009News

Central American DR-CAFTA violations

Association of Industries of Herrera (AEIH) president Manuel Cabrera is asking the government for answers about supposed violations of the DR-CAFTA agreement by Central American nations. Cabrera claims that some Central American countries are exporting “dumped” goods to the DR, in violation of the free trade agreement and to the detriment of Dominican businesses. Dumping …
2009News

Red flags re Mayr Maldonado

Writing in today’s Clave Digital, environmental columnist Roberto Sanchez comments on the professional track record of Colombia’s former environment minister, Juan Mayr Maldonado. He points out that Mayr Maldonado was denounced during his term by indigenous groups from Alto Sinu and the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta for allegedly maneuvering in favor of the installation …
2009News

Youth gets shot

A 23-year old youth was gunned down yesterday during protest in Bonao. Police say they were shot by two hooded men. Two journalists were also shot, but survived. It was announced yesterday that Bonao’s merchant, community and popular organizations would begin a 72-hour strike. Police say they have a video, which captured the event. Police …