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Dominican Republic participates in Global Forum on Family Farming at FAO
Dominican Today
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Rome.- The Dominican Republic has reaffirmed its commitment to the universal right to food and the sustainable development of family farming at the World Forum on Family Farming and the “Hand in Hand” Investment Forum, organized by FAO in Rome....
Can Foreigners Buy and Own Property in the Dominican Republic?
Dominican Today
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The answer is: Yes. A common misconception is that foreigners must have residency or citizenship to buy property in the Dominican Republic. In reality, foreigners—whether residents or non-residents—can buy and own property in the DR, enjoying the...
UWI professor says inaction on climate change no longer an option
Jamaica Observer
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March 26, 2025
Minister without portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with responsibility for water, environment, climate change and the blue and green economies, Matthew Samuda (left) greets Dr Milton Clarke, environmental specialist at...
Abinader highlights the transformative role of global cooperation in the Dominican Republic
Dominican Today
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Qatar.- President Luis Abinader of the Dominican Republic emphasized the critical role of international cooperation in the nation’s evolution from a recipient to a dual contributor and manager of cooperative initiatives. Speaking at the “Doha...
Alda Hotels chooses the Dominican Republic to open its first tourist complex outside Spain
Dominican Today
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December 8, 2024
The Galician chain Alda Hotels has taken a significant step in its internationalization process by opening its first establishment outside Spain. The company opened Alda Playa Bávaro in the Dominican Republic, a complex of 40 tourist apartments on...
Dominican Republic advances in energy storage at Reform Forum
Dominican Today
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October 11, 2024
Santo Domingo.- During the “Energy Sector Reform” Forum organized by the Dominican Association of the Electric Industry (ADIE) and the Technological Institute of Santo Domingo (INTEC), Edward Veras, executive director of the National Energy...
Experts warn of potential crisis in fruit industry as unusual weather disrupts production: 'Paints a worrying picture'
The Cool Down - Oregon
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March 30, 2025
Kashmir, often called the "fruit bowl" of Northern India, is facing a troubling new reality: a snowless winter. The region's fruit industry, which powers thousands of livelihoods and supplies 70% of India's apples, might be in serious trouble....
Over 1,000 young aspirants attend third aeronautical job fair in the Dominican Republic
Dominican Today
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Punta Caucedo, DR.- The Dominican Republic’s aeronautical industry soared to new heights on December 6 as the Third Aeronautical Sector Job Fair welcomed over 1,000 young professionals and job seekers from across the nation. Hosted by the Superior...
World Cup day 2 recap: Japan and Australia earn first wins, New Zealand defeats Argentina
Prince Albert Daily Herald
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July 10, 2025
If the second day of competition was supposed to put some distance between the top teams and the rest of the field, Group B didn’t get the message. One day after losing to 10-0 to the USA, Australia rebounded to beat the Dominican Republic 9-2 in...
Dominican Republic sets new record for electricity demand supplied
Dominican Today
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Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Republic’s National Interconnected Electric System (SENI) achieved a new record for electricity demand on Thursday, supplying 3,860 MW at 9:00 pm, as announced by Minister of Energy and Mines Joel Santos Echavarría...
Dominican Republic to host third AI Ethics Ministerial Summit
Dominican Today
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Santo Domingo.- Bartolomé Pujals, General Director of the Government Office of Information and Communication Technologies (OGTIC) and Executive Director of the Cabinet for Innovation and Digital Development, represented the Dominican Republic at...
Dominican Republic Becomes 44th Artemis Signatory
SpaceWatch.Global
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October 10, 2024
Ibadan, 10 October 2024. – The Dominican Republic has become the latest signatory to the NASA-Led Artemis Accords, joining 43 other countries. Sonia Guzmán, ambassador of the Dominican Republic to the United States, signed the Artemis Accords on...
Dominican Republic signs Artemis Accords for peaceful moon exploration
Space.com
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October 9, 2024
There are now 44 countries signed up to the United States' lunar exploration coalition. The Dominican Republic became the latest club member on Oct. 4, when Sonia Guzmán, ambassador of the Dominican Republic to the United States, signed the...
Meliá Hotels International expands in the Dominican Republic with INNSiDE by Meliá
Hospitality Net
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December 3, 2024
Meliá Hotels International has announced the expansion of its INNSiDE by Meliá brand in the Dominican Republic, which is deemed a strategic destination for the company. The plan includes the opening of two new establishments in Punta Cana....
Advancing Girls and Women’s Rights Promotes Justice and Climate Action
The Good Men Project - California
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March 25, 2025
By Grace M. Jaramillo Across the world, climate change disproportionately impacts the lives of girls, yet children are often forgotten in climate policy. I led a team of student researchers from the University of British Columbia to better...
Dominican companies enhance climate resilience with business continuity plans
Dominican Today
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March 17, 2025
Santo Domingo.- Recognizing the Dominican Republic’s vulnerability to natural disasters such as hurricanes, droughts, and earthquakes, a specialized training program was launched to help businesses develop Business Continuity Plans (BCPs)....
Dominican Republic signs Artemis Accords
SpaceNews
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October 8, 2024
ORLANDO, Fla. — The Dominican Republic has signed the Artemis Accords, the 44th nation to do so, NASA announced Oct. 7. The agency said that Sonia Guzmán, ambassador of the Dominican Republic to the United States, signed the Accords on Oct. 4....
Dominican Republic and Argentina to sign open skies agreement
Dominican Today
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Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Republic’s Minister of Tourism, David Collado, announced the upcoming signing of an Open Skies Agreement with Argentina, aimed at enhancing air connectivity between the two nations. This agreement will allow national...
European Union does not limit or hinder cocoa from the Dominican Republic
Dominican Today
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EU – The European Union does not limit or hinder Dominican cocoa exports. Still, producers must certify, as of December 30, 2025, that the merchandise was grown on land that was not deforested or is not part of forest degradation, according to...
Seychelles Shares Sustainable Tourism Practices at South Africa Workshop
eTurboNews
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March 24, 2025
The 12th annual South Africa Best Practices Workshop, under the theme Sustainable Tourism Development, was held from March 12-14, 2025, at the Southern Sun The Marine Hotel in Gqeberha, South Africa. Representing Seychelles, 2 staff members from...