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NOUVELLES DE LA REPUBLIQUE DOMINICAINE (Jeudi 27 mars 2025)

 

LA REPUBLIQUE DOMINICAINE : Ce pays, a-t-il opté pour le dialogue, le progrès et la modernité

ou l'anarchie, le sous-développement et l’avilissement ?

 

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Haiti bans entry of foreign goods through border with the Dominican Republic
(LD; DL; DL-2; El Día Thursday, March 27, 2025)
Starting April 7, 2025, Haiti will ban the import of foreign goods arriving via its land border with the Dominican Republic, requiring all such products to enter exclusively by sea under customs supervision. The measure, announced by Haiti’s Ministry of Economy and Finance, aims to tighten border control and will be enforced in coordination with the Haitian National Police and Armed Forces.

 

 

Death of Kenyan officer confirmed after gang attack in Haiti

(LD; El Día; CNN; Thursday, March 27, 2025)

Kenyan officer Bénédict Kabiru, initially reported missing, has been confirmed dead following an armed gang attack in Haiti’s Artibonite region, becoming the second casualty from the UN-backed multinational mission led by Kenya. The Haitian Transitional Council praised Kabiru’s bravery and reaffirmed its commitment to restoring security and justice in the country. Despite efforts by the multinational force, violence from gangs controlling over 85 percent of Port-au-Prince continues to claim thousands of lives, with more than 5,600 deaths reported in 2024.

 

  • Editorial: “Solidarity with Haiti”
    (Acento; Thursday, March 27, 2025)
    Acento’s editorial expresses deep concern over the escalating crisis in Haiti, where armed gangs have seized control of most of Port-au-Prince, leaving residents in constant danger, particularly from stray bullets. It highlights the collapse of the media sector due to violence, lack of resources, and targeted attacks, as well as the broader threat posed by gang alliances with drug traffickers. The piece calls for urgent international support -particularly from France, Canada, and the U.S.- to restore order and sovereignty in Haiti, echoing President Luis Abinader’s view that Haiti’s instability endangers the entire Caribbean, especially the neighboring Dominican Republic.

 

 

Rubio's second visit to the Caribbean of particular interest to the DR

(DL; CDN; SIN; El Día; El Día -2; Thursday, March 27, 2025)

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has begun a second visit to the Caribbean to discuss energy security and democratic transition in Haiti, topics of major interest to the Dominican Republic. The visit follows recent energy cooperation agreements between the Dominican Republic and Guyana, including the possibility of a Dominican-run refinery in Guyana. Rubio’s tour also aims to gather regional input on stabilizing Haiti, a necessary step for transforming the island’s shared challenges into economic opportunities.

 

 

President Abinader highlights the DR as the “ideal” partner for the U.S.
(LD; La Información; Thursday, March 27, 2025)

In his address at the Latin American Cities Conference, organized by the Americas Society/Council of the Americas (AS-COA), President Abinader emphasized the Dominican Republic’s strategic position as the "ideal" partner for the United States. In this context, he reiterated the country's exceptional geographic location and superior connectivity, which has made it an attractive destination for nearshoring opportunities. 

(DL; Thursday, March 27, 2025)

Leading Dominican companies have expressed continued confidence in the country’s economic outlook, despite global challenges during the Latin American Cities Conference in Santo Domingo. Major local business leaders reaffirmed their confidence in the Dominican Republic's stability, highlighting key points such as the strengthening of supply chains and the growth of nearshoring, emphasizing these factors make the DR an attractive destination for investment and expansion, positioning it as a key player in regional growth.

 

Diario Libre's editorial refers to the recent Council of the Americas Conference held in the DR, where government leaders and prominent business figures discussed the nation's growth opportunities, particularly focusing on foreign investment, sustainable development, and the country's strategic position in the Caribbean and Latin America. "The collaboration between the public and private sectors is essential to facilitate business growth and attract strategic investments."

 

(DL; Thursday, March 27, 2025)

 

-"Abinader calls to 'celebrate the country's achievements' at the American Chamber of Commerce meeting.

-“Here they steal, steal, steal, and miraculously, there’s still a country left. That’s an achievement! Cheers!"

 

Mescyt to offer English Immersion at new campus in Santo Domingo Este
(El Caribe; Thursday, March 27, 2025)
The Dominican Ministry of Higher Education (Mescyt) opened a new center at the UASD campus in Santo Domingo Este to offer its 2025 English Immersion for Competitiveness program. Aimed at youth 18 to 35, the initiative is part of the government’s bilingualism strategy to expand English education to vulnerable communities. Mescyt officials emphasized the program’s high-quality instruction, continuous supervision, and its importance in preparing students for a globalized, tech-driven world.

 

 

African Swine Fever is under control, says Minister of Agriculture
(LD;DL; El Día; CDN; La Información; Wednesday, March 26, 2025)
Dominican Minister of Agriculture, Limber Cruz López, confirmed that African swine fever is under control in the country, with an infection rate below 1 percent, despite recent cases in four provinces. The minister emphasized that farms with proper biosecurity measures remain unaffected and denied reports of mass pig deaths. While the virus poses no risk to humans, pig farmers in the Cibao region have expressed frustration over insufficient government compensation for losses.

 

 

PRM deputies short list 15 candidates for the Chamber of Accounts

(DL; CDN; La Informacion; Thursday, March 27, 2025)

The Dominican Republic’s Chamber of Deputies, dominated by the ruling PRM party, selected 15 candidates for the Chamber of Accounts without opposition support, prompting walkouts and accusations of illegitimacy from rival parties. Critics warn the politically unilateral process may lead to renewed dysfunction, echoing the internal conflicts and scandals that plagued the agency in 2023.

 

(DL; Thursday, March 27, 2025)

The Chamber of Accounts, despite consuming nearly $21.82 million dollars  ($1.2 billion pesos) in public funds in 2024, has consistently failed to fulfill its role as a watchdog over government spending. It has instead been used as a political tool to protect allies and threaten opponents.The editorial calls for a fundamental reform of the institution to restore its independence, credibility, and commitment to protecting public resources.

 

 


This cartoon satirizes the selection of new candidates for the Dominican Republic’s Chamber of Accounts, urging that it focus on real fiscal oversight rather than scandals or political drama, reflecting public frustration with past dysfunction.

 

 

The DR and Puerto Rico agree to multi-destination tourism

(Hoy; El Caribe; LD; El Dia; Thursday, March 27, 2025)

The Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico have signed a $2 million dollar multi-destination tourism agreement to jointly promote travel between the two Caribbean destinations, beginning in May 2025. The initiative aims to mirror European-style tourism by offering connected experiences across both countries, boosting air connectivity, investment, and sustainable tourism. Officials emphasized that the collaboration will enhance regional job creation, economic growth, and strengthen the Caribbean’s global competitiveness.

 

DR Government and the AFD sign roadmap of cooperation

(El Caribe, Thursday, March 27, 2025)

The Dominican government and the French Development Agency (AFD) signed a cooperation roadmap to foster development in the country. The agreement is part of the Dominican Republic’s broader goal to strengthen its international partnerships and promote sustainable development. This collaboration will focus on several key areas such as climate change mitigation, renewable energy, and economic development. The roadmap outlines specific actions to enhance infrastructure, improve public services, and promote environmental sustainability in alignment with the country’s long-term goals.

 

Social Media Trending Topics

  1. In recent days, El Hoyo de Friusa sector has been subject to an intervention by the Dominican military and state security forces as a preventive measure ahead of a march organized by the Antigua Orden Dominicana, scheduled for this Sunday, March 30. The protest, which focuses on the increasing presence of Haitian immigrants in the area, aims to express concerns from certain sectors about the high concentration of people in an irregular situation. The atmosphere in Hoyo de Friusa remains under surveillance as the events of this weekend approach. @RDSomosPueblo; @CDN37; @ElNuevoDiario; @informando_rd7
  2. Digitally, the rise of the dollar has raised concerns among Dominicans, particularly in certain sectors. Recently, there has been discussion on social media about economists from the UASD warning that the depreciation of the Dominican peso could reach 64 pesos per dollar, while others predict it could rise to 70 pesos. In response to these concerns, President Luis Abinader, during the Q&A session at La Semanal con la prensa, assured that the country has sufficient reserves and foreign currency to stabilize the foreign exchange market. "There is no reason, either fundamental or economic, for any special situation," the president stated, aiming to ease fears about the peso's depreciation. @SuMundoDigital; @Panorama_Do; @SomosPuebloMedia; @ElNuevoDiario; Diario Libre 



More about media outlets:

 

Independent Media: 

  • De Último Minuto: Provides national and international coverage on economy, entertainment, sports, technology, and opinion. Founded by Santiago Matías (Alofoke).
  • Somos Pueblo Media: Covers politics, economy, corruption, environment, technology. Known for amplifying Dominican citizens' voices and public concerns.
  • Almomento.net: A pluralistic media outlet that identifies itself as not responding to corporate or political interests. It seeks to inform Dominicans with its content.
  • El Pregonero: Covers local and international news related to Dominicans abroad, politics, economy,technology, and justice.
  • 7días.com.do: It identifies as independent, innovative, and impartial in news presentation and topic selection; part of the ACD Media group.
  • Grupo de Medios Panorama (GMP):  covers a wide range of topics. Has national reach and airs in several states in the United States.

 

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