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Social protests and strikes in Dominican Republic

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2026-09-07 02:46 UTC → 2026-09-08 21:51 UTC · added removed

The 24-hour strike organized by the Frente Amplio de Lucha Popular (FALPO) called for a 24-hour strike and other social movements in Salcedo has concluded, returning the Hermanas Mirabal province to demand infrastructure improvements, including highway completions, bridge construction, road repairs, normalcy. The protest saw significant participation from the commercial sector, with reports indicating that between 80% and sewage system upgrades. Additionally, 90% of businesses were closed. Demonstrators maintained their demands for government action regarding deteriorating schools, the group organized construction of a protest march in Santo Domingo Oeste bridge to address Las Caobas, and the rising cost completion of food road projects including the Palmarito-Salcedo-Cruce de Maguey highway and medicine, as well as frequent power outages. In anticipation of the strike, authorities Gaspar Hernández-Tenares route. They also sought improvements to sanitation systems in Salcedo increased police Tenares and military presence at strategic access points to maintain order. The asphalt paving in various local sectors. Governor of Hermanas Mirabal, Lissette Nicasio de Adames, characterized the protests as “unnecessary,” stating Adames reiterated that the administration of President Luis Abinader government is addressing provincial demands through various completed and actively fulfilling commitments to the province, citing ongoing road works in El Corozal, Ojo de Agua, and the Tenares-Salcedo road. Although the strike has ended, organizers have warned they may call for a new protest within 15 days if their demands remain unmet. Local leaders are currently coordinating meetings with ministers and authorities to discuss the requested infrastructure projects. and social works.

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  1. 2026-09-08 21:51 UTC Social protests and strikes in Dominican Republic
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