标签： Dominican Republic

In response to the devastation caused by Tropical Storm Melissa, the Dominican Republic’s Ministry of Agriculture has deployed a comprehensive recovery operation in the nation’s primary agricultural regions. Heavy machinery, including backhoes, bulldozers, mechanical shovels, and trucks, has been mobilized to clear debris and restore access to affected farmlands. Specialized teams have also been assigned to prune damaged vegetation and clear obstructed areas, providing critical support to local producers. Minister Limber Cruz has emphasized the urgency of assessing and repairing inter-parcel roads to minimize crop losses and ensure timely transportation of produce to markets. This initiative is a key component of the government’s broader strategy to protect the national food supply and revive agricultural productivity. The storm, which escalated into a Category 5 hurricane, inflicted significant indirect damage across multiple provinces, including San Cristóbal, Peravia, San José de Ocoa, Barahona, and Monte Plata, with ongoing evaluations to determine the full extent of the impact.

Punta Cana witnessed the grand conclusion of the fourth edition of the international congress, *Renewing the Covenant 2025*, organized by the Marriage of Life Ministry of the Breath of Life Christian Center (CCSV). Over the weekend, more than 90 couples from the Dominican Republic and eight other nations—including Colombia, Mexico, Switzerland, Spain, Puerto Rico, and the United States—gathered for a poignant collective wedding and vow renewal ceremony by the sea at the Grand Bavaro Princess. The event, led by pastors Abraham Velasquez and Bethliza Cintrón, and blessed by Yesenia Then and Joan Bonilla, symbolized healing, restoration, and unity, marking a deeply spiritual and emotional finale to the congress. Over the course of three days, participants engaged in conferences, workshops, and experiential sessions aimed at fortifying marriages through faith-based guidance and biblical principles. *Renewing the Covenant* has established itself as a global platform for couples striving to enhance communication, reaffirm commitment, and foster families rooted in Christian values.

In the wake of Tropical Storm Melissa, Dominican Agriculture Minister Limber Cruz has disclosed significant damage to approximately 650 kilometers of rural roads, particularly in the highland regions renowned for premium coffee cultivation. The destruction of these inter-parcel roads has severely disrupted the transportation of essential supplies and harvested crops, prompting the government to prioritize the restoration of rural logistics.

The Dominican Republic has demonstrated exceptional progress in fortifying the rule of law, ascending 11 positions to secure the 76th spot out of 143 countries in the 2025 World Justice Project (WJP) Rule of Law Index. This achievement represents the most significant global improvement, with a notable increase of 2.1%. The nation’s overall score advanced from 0.49 to 0.50, underscoring advancements in critical domains such as constraints on governmental authority, civil justice, and criminal justice. The WJP, an autonomous international initiative, assesses the extent to which nations adhere to the principles of the rule of law in everyday life, evaluating factors like corruption absence, justice accessibility, transparency, and respect for fundamental rights. Luis Henry Molina, President of the Supreme Court, attributed this progress to the relentless efforts of judges and court personnel in fostering a justice system characterized by transparency, efficiency, and a human-centric approach. Criminal justice reforms have been pivotal, with marked enhancements in due process, non-discrimination, procedural efficiency, and corruption mitigation, largely due to the national criminal case management system and collaborative efforts through the Inter-institutional Criminal Justice Roundtable. Additionally, the expansion of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, including mediation and settlements, has significantly alleviated court backlogs and bolstered public confidence. The report ranks the Dominican Republic among the top 16 nations in Latin America and the Caribbean, showcasing a consistent trajectory of institutional reinforcement since 2019. The Justice of the Future 2034 vision aims to further cultivate a justice system that is agile, accessible, transparent, and trusted by the populace.