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Mursargaz barrier: An Effective Solution for Shielding Beaches from Sargassum

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Mursargaz barrier: An Effective Solution for Shielding Beaches from Sargassum

Punta Cana, RD- The companies Beach Trotters and Markleen explained the operation of the Mursargaz anti-sargassum barrier, which they claim can be the definitive solution for protecting beaches from sargassum infestation. These statements were offered during the talk “The anti-sargassum barrier «Mursargaz». Containment and diversion of sargassum”, presented at the XXXV Commercial Exhibition of the … Read more

Director of FEDA asserts that the Dominican Republic holds significant appeal for investment purposes

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Director of FEDA asserts that the Dominican Republic holds significant appeal for investment purposes

Santo Domingo.- The director of the Special Agricultural Development Fund (FEDA), Hecmilio Galván, highlighted the attractiveness of the Dominican Republic as an investment destination during the International Dominican Chocolate Fair in Belgium. Galván spoke about investment opportunities in Dominican agriculture and emphasized the country’s strategic location in the heart of the Caribbean. He noted that … Read more

How the Haitian authorities’ lack of legitimacy worsens the crisis with the Dominican Republic

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How the Haitian authorities’ lack of legitimacy worsens the crisis with the Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo. Former Prime Minister of Haiti, Jean Max Bellerive, has identified the lack of authority within the current Haitian government as the main reason behind the conflicts between Haiti and the Dominican Republic. He mentioned concerns regarding insecurity and the creation of a canal that diverts water from the Masacre River. Bellerive stressed that … Read more

Dominican tourism to receive a boost from newly enhanced cruise terminal

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Dominican tourism to receive a boost from newly enhanced cruise terminal

The Dominican Port Authority (Apordom) sealed a public-private alliance with PDAB Port Investments Sociedad Gestora, SA to transform Puerto Duarte in Arroyo Barril-Samaná into a cruise terminal. This agreement, signed at the National Palace by representatives of the State and the management company, seeks to prepare the port to receive the Oasis class vessels, leaders … Read more

First Business and Investment Meeting between the Embassy of the Dominican Republic and Brazil announced

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First Business and Investment Meeting between the Embassy of the Dominican Republic and Brazil announced

Santo Domingo.- The Embassy of the Dominican Republic in the Federative Republic of Brazil, together with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Pro-Dominican Promotion and Investment Center, celebrate the First Dominican Republic-Brazil Business and Investment Meeting, which seeks to promote commercial exchange between Dominican and Brazilian businessmen. This first business meeting takes place in … Read more

Punta Catalina Study Termed ‘Ecoterrorism’ and ‘Broken Record’ by Celso Marranzini, Warning of Catastrophic Consequences

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Punta Catalina Study Termed ‘Ecoterrorism’ and ‘Broken Record’ by Celso Marranzini, Warning of Catastrophic Consequences

Santo Domingo.- The executive vice president of the Punta Catalina Electric Generation Company (EGEPC), Celso Marranzini, recently addressed concerns about the Punta Catalina power plant during an interview on the “El Día” program broadcast by Telesistema. He spoke about the accusations the plant has faced from the climate change committee. Marranzini mentioned that when he … Read more

Altice Dominicana receives the prestigious 2023 Foreign Direct Investment award

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Altice Dominicana receives the prestigious 2023 Foreign Direct Investment award

Santo Domingo, RD.- The operations of Altice Dominicana have contributed significantly to the economic growth of the country in the last year, according to the assessments of the Export and Investment Center of the Dominican Republic (ProDominican), which has included the telecommunications company among the winners in its “Recognition of Foreign Direct Investment.” “Since we … Read more

The Government Mandates Closure of Borders and Imposes Visa Suspension for Haitians

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The Government Mandates Closure of Borders and Imposes Visa Suspension for Haitians

Santo Domingo.- The Dominican government has announced a series of measures to address the situation on the border with Haiti. These actions aim to protect sovereignty and ensure national security. The decisions were made during a meeting of the National Security Council led by President Luis Abinader. The measures include the closure of the border … Read more

David Collado backs pre-checking of passengers at Punta Cana airport to streamline travel time

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David Collado backs pre-checking of passengers at Punta Cana airport to streamline travel time

Punta Cana.- The Minister of Tourism, David Collado, said that one of the pending issues of his administration is the prior authorization program (Preclearance) of United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) with which the Dominican Republic would continue to advance in tourism matters. He expressed that he supports immigration inspection at the Punta Cana … Read more

Pension fund investments bolster the tourism sector with positive effects

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Pension fund investments bolster the tourism sector with positive effects

Santo Domingo.- The tourism sector has been one of the most benefited by pension funds through the financing of projects and is the third sector of economic activity with the highest number of contributors to the Dominican Pension Systemreported Francisco A. Torres, Superintendent of Pensions. Torres highlighted that the tourism sector and the pension system … Read more

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