Groundwater study could transform Dominican-Haitian border region
A new groundwater study in the Dominican-Haitian border region aims to unlock economic potential, improve infrastructure, and strengthen food security for underserved communities.
Bishop criticizes Dominican deportation practices, citing abuse and corruption
Reports highlight Bishop Santiago Rodríguez’s criticism of deportation practices, citing abuse and corruption. Minister Faride Raful has announced reforms aimed at addressing systemic issues and strengthening border security.
Haitian prime minister calls for renewed dialogue with Dominican Republic
Haitian Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé calls for talks with the Dominican Republic to address escalating tensions over migration, border security, and trade.
Dupuy praises reduced deportations; Dominican officials dispute claims
Haitian Foreign Minister Dominique Dupuy recently acknowledged a decrease in deportations of Haitian nationals by the Dominican Republic, crediting diplomatic efforts and international solidarity. Dupuy emphasized the need for respectful dialogue between the nations, amid ongoing tensions over migration policies and human rights concerns.
Dominican Senator Supports Temporary Work Permits for Haitian Laborers
Dominican officials, led by Senator Guillermo Lama, are exploring temporary work permits for Haitian laborers to address labor shortages in agriculture and construction. Proposed changes to migration law aim to create a regulated, temporary employment system.
Abinader: No plans to reopen Dominican airspace with Haiti amid instability
Dominican President Luis Abinader reaffirmed the decision to keep the airspace closed to Haiti, citing continued instability, while also increasing border security and ramping up deportations of irregular Haitian migrants.
Opinion: Anti-Haitianism Then and Now – Trujillo to Abinader
From the 1937 massacre under Rafael Trujillo to today’s mass deportations under President Luis Abinader, anti-Haitianism remains deeply rooted in the Dominican Republic. While not genocidal, Abinader’s policies have led to widespread human rights abuses, with thousands of Haitian migrants facing arbitrary detention, violence, and deportation. As international organizations raise alarms, the legacy of anti-Haitian sentiment continues to threaten human dignity and stability in the region.
Dominican Republic’s deportation efforts raise concerns over legal Haitian workers and families
The Dominican Republic’s intensified deportation efforts have raised concerns over the detention of legal Haitian workers, family separations, and the use of racial profiling. Reports indicate that some individuals are being detained based solely on their appearance, affecting both undocumented migrants and legal residents. Businesses relying on Haitian labor are also facing disruptions as the government pushes to meet its deportation targets.
Haitian Officials and UNHCR Discuss Migrant Rights in Dominican Republic
Haiti’s Foreign Minister, Dominique Dupuy, held discussions with the UNHCR on migrant security and documentation for Haitian nationals in the Dominican Republic. The talks come as UNHCR continues to urge countries not to forcibly return Haitians, while the Dominican Republic maintains its policy of deporting undocumented migrants in accordance with its laws.
Dominican Activists Face Threats Amid Tensions Over Haitian Migration
Human rights activists in the Dominican Republic are facing increasing threats amid ongoing tensions over Haitian migration and the country’s nationality laws.