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Government spends RD$11.9 billion on post-Melissa recovery

Government emergency spending to mitigate damage from Storm Melissa has surpassed RD$11.9 billion (approximately US$195 million), according to a report from the Procurement Agency (DGCP) provided to Listín Diario. President Luis Abinader declared a national emergency via Decree 627-25 on 31 October 2025, authorizing 23 government institutions to fast-track relief efforts across 14 affected provinces. …
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New ecotourism route at Palomino Dam in central mountain range, gold mining clearance is pending nearby

The Ministry of Environment has announced that a new ecotourism route at the Palomino Dam will officially open to the public on 21 January 2026. The new trail is located within the José del Carmen Ramírez National Park in the mountainous municipality of Bohechio in San Juan de la Maguana. The trail is part of …
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Ministry of Environment says is not contemplating exploitation rights for mines in the northern mountain range

The Ministry of Energy and Mines announced on Monday, 19 January 2026 that it has no plans to authorize mining exploitation in the Cordillera Septentrional, following inconclusive exploration results in the provinces of Puerto Plata and Santiago. The official statement dated 19 January 2026 clarifies that recent activities associated with a 2024 concession have been …
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Abinader returns controversial debt repayment bill to Congress for revision

President Luis Abinader has sent a bill authorizing the payment of decades-old debts for public works projects back to the Chamber of Deputies, following its controversial “urgent” passage last week. The legislation, which seeks to settle arrears for projects completed without formal contracts, was pushed through by the ruling Modern Revolutionary Party (PRM) majority without …
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RD$5.45 million ceiling for low-cost housing in 2026

The Tax Agency (DGII) has officially established the price ceiling for “low-cost housing” at RD$5,450,851.12 for the 2026 fiscal year. According to Resolution No. DDG-AR1-2026-00001, issued on 15 January 2026, this figure represents the maximum sales price allowed for a property to qualify for social housing status. This classification is a critical requirement for homebuyers …
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Dominican Republic to outpace all Latin American economies with 4.5% growth forecast for 2026, World Bank reports

The Dominican Republic is poised to lead Latin America’s economic recovery with a projected growth rate of 4.5% in 2026, according to the latest Global Economic Prospects 2026 report released by the World Bank. The report identifies the Caribbean nation as the region’s top performer, outpacing its neighbors during a period of otherwise modest regional …