Author: DominicanScope Editorial Team
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British Chamber to Host 27th British Golf Cup at Casa de Campo
The British Chamber of Commerce of the Dominican Republic (BritChamDR) has announced that the 27th British Golf Cup will take place on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at the renowned Dye Fore Golf Course at Casa de Campo in La Romana. Recognized as one of the Dominican Republic’s longest-running corporate golf tournaments, the event combines competitive…
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Dominican Republic Falls to Canada, Turns Focus to Regional Title Defense
The Dominican Republic women’s national volleyball team closed its participation in the 2026 Volleyball Nations League (VNL) on Sunday with a 3-1 defeat against Canada. The match ended 25-20, 17-25, 25-22, and 25-18, leaving the Caribbean side with a final record of three wins and nine losses. Despite the setback, the Dominican squad now shifts…
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Dominican Republic and University of Texas Launch Hydrocarbon Study
The Dominican Republic has launched a new research initiative with the University of Texas at Austin to evaluate the hydrocarbon potential of the country’s onshore and offshore sedimentary basins, a project aimed at expanding geological knowledge and supporting future energy exploration and investment. The study, titled “Regional Assessment of Energy Potential in Onshore and Offshore…
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AI for Good Summit Focuses on Making Artificial Intelligence More Inclusive
More than 12,000 participants are expected to attend this week’s AI for Good Summit in Geneva, where global leaders are exploring how artificial intelligence can be developed responsibly while ensuring its benefits reach countries and communities worldwide. The event, organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), has become one of the world’s leading forums dedicated…
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REFIDOMSA Completes Major Maintenance Shutdown Without Safety Incidents
Refinería Dominicana de Petróleo (REFIDOMSA) has successfully completed a scheduled maintenance and regeneration shutdown of its U-200 and U-300 processing units, a project designed to improve fuel quality, strengthen equipment reliability, and ensure the continued efficiency of the country’s only oil refinery. The maintenance program ran from June 20 to July 2, 2026, during which…
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Cristopher Sánchez Helps Phillies End Tigers’ Six-Game Winning Streak
Cristopher Sánchez bounced back with one of his strongest performances of the season, pitching seven quality innings as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Detroit Tigers 4-2 on Saturday, snapping Detroit’s six-game winning streak. The Dominican left-hander improved his record to 11-4 after allowing two runs on 10 hits while striking out seven batters. The outing…
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Dominican Republic Exports Reach Record US$7.9 Billion in First Half of 2026
The Dominican Republic recorded its highest-ever export value for the first half of a year, reaching US$7.8978 billion between January and June 2026. The result represents a 14.8% year-over-year increase, equivalent to an additional US$1.018 billion compared with the same period in 2025. According to ProDominicana, the country’s export and investment promotion agency, the figures…
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JP Morgan Raises Dominican Republic Growth Forecast as Tourism Strengthens
JP Morgan has raised its 2026 economic growth forecast for the Dominican Republic from 3.5% to 4.3%, reflecting stronger-than-expected economic activity supported by tourism, construction, trade, and mining. According to the international financial institution, the Dominican economy has maintained a faster pace of expansion than initially anticipated. Its assessment points to solid first-quarter performance and…
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Dominican Book and Culture Festival Opens in New York With Tribute to Duarte
The Dominican Book and Culture Festival 2026 officially opened in New York City on Friday, bringing together more than 180 writers, academics, artists, educators, and researchers for a three-day program dedicated to Dominican literature, cultural expression, and intellectual exchange. The opening ceremony was led by Roberto Ángel Salcedo, the Dominican Republic’s Minister of Culture, at…
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Alcázar de Colón Reopens Following Landmark Restoration in Santo Domingo
The Alcázar de Colón, built between 1511 and 1514 in Santo Domingo’s Colonial City, has officially reopened following a comprehensive restoration valued at RD$100 million. The project marks the first full-scale rehabilitation of the historic palace in more than seven decades and forms part of the Dominican Republic’s broader effort to preserve its cultural…
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Dominican Senate Approves Police Reform and Advances Gambling Bill
The Senate of the Dominican Republic approved amendments to Law 590-16, the Organic Law of the National Police, during an extraordinary session, marking another step in the government’s ongoing effort to modernize the country’s law enforcement system. The reform, introduced by the Executive Branch and reviewed by a special Senate committee chaired by Senator Franklin…
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How Vulnerable Is the Dominican Republic to Hurricanes?
For many foreigners considering relocating to or investing in the Dominican Republic, one question consistently arises during hurricane season: How vulnerable is the country to hurricanes? While no Caribbean destination is completely immune to tropical storms, the Dominican Republic has historically experienced fewer direct strikes from major hurricanes than several neighboring islands, thanks largely to…