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Haitian-Dominican Relations Strained by Protests

The Haitian government put together violent protests that forced the president of the Dominican Republic, Leonel Fernandez, to cut short his visit to Haiti. This contributing to the already known tensions about the treatment of Haitian immigrants among the two countries. After the first protest the Haitians compelled upon the president, the Dominican government demanded an apology for interrupting his plans. read more...

Dominican Republic is the First Stop for Haiti's President

Rene Preval, after winning Haiti's presidential election on February 7 pledged for his first international visit to be to the Dominican Republic. read more...

Investment Agreement between the Dutch and the D.R.

The governments of Holland and the Dominican Republic signed an agreement that will promote and guarantee investments. The agreement will guarantee fair treatment and foster increased trade links. read more...

Get to Know the Candidates

Under a Coalition for Transparency and Institutionalism, several non-governmental organizations, business organizations and universites will be informing voters about the background of politicians who are running to be the next legislators or city mayors. read more...

Humpback Whales

Eighty-five percent of the humpback whales of the Northwest Atlantic are born in Dominican waters. They return here every year to breed and give birth. During whale season, many dominicans visit the province of Samana, where they can see the humpback whales. read more...

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