Latest news in Dominican Republic? September 13th, 2026
13-09-2026
- Border & Security Vigilance: Military forces and border security agencies maintained heightened surveillance along the border with Haiti to regulate crossings and prevent unauthorized entry. Concurrently, public health authorities sustained active surveillance protocols following reports of suspected health concerns in neighboring border areas.
- Education & Technology: President Luis Abinader launched the “RD Inteligente” initiative, a major national program targeting the training of approximately one million citizens in artificial intelligence and modern technical skills. In parallel, support was expanded for the Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM) semiconductor laboratory following recent domestic microchip advancements. dominicantoday.com
- Public Safety & Investigations: The Central Directorate of Investigation (DICRIM) dismantled a criminal network known as “Las Dormilonas” (“Sleeping Women”), targeting individuals involved in drugging and robbing victims. In Puerto Plata, Civil Defense teams concluded operations at Costámbar beach following the recovery of a missing youth. dominicantoday.com
- Public Health Trends: The Ministry of Public Health, through the Directorate of Epidemiology, reported low transmission numbers for tropical vector-borne illnesses, keeping dengue under controlled levels, malaria low, and cholera cases at zero. dominicantoday.com
- Sports: In international athletics, Olympic champion Marileidy Paulino advanced to the 400-meter final following a semifinal victory. In men’s volleyball, the Dominican Republic national team competed against the United States at the 2026 NORCECA Continental Championship in Canada. dominicantoday.com+ 1