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Amazon to operate center of distribution for Latin America from Santo Domingo
DR1
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Eduardo (Yayo) Sanz Lovatón, director general of the Customs Agency, said on Tuesday, 26 August 2025 that the first flight of Amazon international cargo to its distribution center in Santo Domingo will arrive on 2 September 2025. He says the...
Dominican Republic hosts first International Conference on Open Justice
Dominican Today
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Santo Domingo.- President Luis Abinader and Chief Justice Henry Molina opened the first International Conference on Open Justice, held in Santo Domingo on August 27–28 with representatives from 21 countries. Molina stressed that building open,...
Dominican Republic to Host World’s Largest Anti-Corruption Summit in 2026.
The St Kitts Nevis Observer
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August 27, 2025
- Advertisement - The Dominican Republic will host the 22nd International Anti-Corruption Conference (IACC) in the popular beach resort of Punta Cana from December 1 to 4, 2026. More than 2,000 participants from over 140 countries are expected....
Dominican Republic to host 22nd International Anti-Corruption Conference in 2026
Dominican Today
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Punta Cana.- The Dominican Republic has been chosen to host the 22nd International Anti-Corruption Conference (IACC) in Punta Cana from December 1 to 4, 2026, bringing together over 2,000 participants from more than 140 countries. Under the theme...
Dominican Republic and Panama strengthen trade ties
Dominican Today
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Santo Domingo.- Dominican Foreign Minister Roberto Álvarez and Panama’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, Julio Moltó, held a working meeting to advance trade and cooperation between the two countries. As chairs of the Permanent Joint Committee...
China beat Dominican Republic 3-0 at FIVB Women's World Championship
CGTN
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China's players compete against the Domincian Republic in a Pool F match at the FIVB Women's World Championship in Chiang Mai, Thailand, August 27, 2025. / Weibo China's players compete against the Domincian Republic in a Pool F match at the FIVB...
Dominican Republic launches 511 for highway emergencies
Dominican Today
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Santo Domingo.- The RD Vial Trust announced the launch of 511, a new emergency number for drivers to report incidents on the country’s main highways. The number replaces 829-688-1000 as the official channel of the Integrated Roadside Assistance...
Santo Domingo Book Fair returns September 25 to Plaza de la Cultura
Dominican Today
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Santo Domingo.- The Ministry of Culture announced the 27th Santo Domingo International Book Fair (FILSD 2025), to be held from September 25 to October 5 at the Juan Pablo Duarte Cultural Plaza. This year’s edition will honor renowned historian...
Fenatrado says it has “private oversight” to suspend truck drivers who break the law.
Dominican Today
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August 30, 2025
Santo Domingo, DR — The Dominican National Transport Federation (Fenatrado) announced that it is implementing internal “private supervision” to ensure that truck drivers affiliated with its unions comply with the prohibitions outlined in the...
Preview: Canada, Dominican Republic head into AmeriCup Quarter-Finals as favorites
FIBA Basketball
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MANAGUA (Nicaragua) – The FIBA AmeriCup 2025 playoffs are finally here. The quarter-finals tip off on Thursday with a pair of undefeated countries (Canada and Dominican Republic) looking like the favorites to win their first AmeriCup gold medal....
Aerodom deal funds new roadworks to ease traffic in Santo Domingo
Dominican Today
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August 27, 2025
Santo Domingo.- The Dominican government is financing major road infrastructure projects in Greater Santo Domingo with the US$775 million advance from the renegotiation of its contract with Aeropuertos Dominicanos Siglo XXI (Aerodom). The new...
Dominican Republic relaunches dengue campaign after 85% drop in cases
Dominican Today
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August 26, 2025
Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Republic has relaunched its “Let’s Beat Dengue” campaign, following a significant decline in reported cases this year. So far, 171 infections have been confirmed with no deaths, compared to 1,110 cases and 12...
Migration chief reinforces control operations in Eastern Dominican Republic
Dominican Today
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August 27, 2025
Higüey.- The Director General of Migration (DGM), Vice Admiral Luis Rafael Lee Ballester, carried out an air and ground inspection tour in the eastern region of the Dominican Republic to reinforce immigration control operations in coordination...
China sweeps Dominican Republic to make pool winner at Volleyball Women's World Championship
Xinhua News Agency
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CHIANG MAI, Thailand, Aug. 27 (Xinhua) -- China swept the Dominican Republic in straight sets 25-15, 25-21, 25-17 on Wednesday to complete the preliminary stage undefeated at the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Women's World Championship. Chinese head coach...
Mayor Annea De Leon Backs Farmers and Fisherfolk With New Livelihood Support
Politiko
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August 30, 2025
The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) distributed motorized boats and floating fish cages to three fishermen’s associations in Santo Domingo, an initiative supported by the local government under Mayor Annea De Leon. The Calay-ab...
Southport woman begins Peace Corps service in Dominican Republic
Star News - North Carolina
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Sophia Ordonez, a recent Appalachian State University graduate, will serve in the Peace Corps in the Dominican Republic. Ordonez prepared for the Peace Corps through a dedicated prep program, study abroad experiences, and community service. She...
Dominican Republic on to eighth-finals in Volleyball Worlds after 3-0 over Mexico
DR1
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In a night of brilliant play, Dominican senior women’s volleyball team captain Brayelin Martinez led the Reinas del Caribe to defeat Mexico 3-0 (25-15, 25,17 and 25-20) during the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championships taking place in...
Dominican Republic finishes unbeaten in Group C after overpowering Nicaragua
FIBA Basketball
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MANAGUA (Nicaragua) – Dominican Republic (3-0) stayed in command for most of the game and held off host Nicaragua (0-3) for a 74-70 victory, clinching first place in Group C of the FIBA AmeriCup 2025 with an undefeated record. The Dominicans had...
Dominican Republic and Argentina sign agreement to boost tourism
Dominican Today
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August 26, 2025
Santo Domingo.- A recent agreement signed by the Dominican Republic and Argentina aims to bolster bilateral tourism, recognizing the sector as a key instrument for regional integration and economic development. The joint declaration was signed by...
William Swaney named new U.S. Consul General in the Dominican Republic
Dominican Today
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Santo Domingo.- The U.S. Embassy in Santo Domingo announced the arrival of William Swaney as the new Consul General, responsible for overseeing consular operations that assist U.S. citizens in the Dominican Republic and provide visa services for...