America Dominican Republic The homicide rate this year fell to 10 per 100.000 inhabitants, down from 11,5 last year, according to figures released by the National Police
America Dominican Republic The Dominican Confederation of Micro- Small and Medium Construction Companies emphasized that the construction industry relies heavily on Haitian labor, praising efforts to regularize their statusl to prevent economic setbacks
America Dominican Republic A daily ferry route connecting San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic, to Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, is coming closer to feasibility: Dominican authorities report that all preparations, including port upgrades, are complete
America Dominican Republic A minimum wage increase for workers in the hotel, bar, and restaurant sectors has been approved by the National Wage Committee and will be implemented in two phases from 1 June; government officials, business leaders and unions reached historic consensus
America Dominican Republic The 2025 Rice Harvest at the Dr. Yin Tieh Hsieh Experimental Station has been inaugurated; the farm is considered a great advancement in the country’s rice and seed production, part of efforts to reach food sovereignty and meet local consumption needs