Luis Abinader

Dom. Govt’s Denials of Racism Won’t Let Them Off the Hook for Human Rights Duties

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Amid concerns raised by Amnesty International about human rights violations related to the Dominican Republic’s migration policies, the Vice President, Raquel Peña, faced strong criticism. What did Amnesty International say? The state’s responsibility for documented events is undeniable. Resisting public scrutiny undermines confidence and harms those the state should protect. Amnesty International urges the government … Read more

Breaking News: President Abinader vows to end racist migration policies in his second term!

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Haitian citizens deported in the Dominican Republic by immigration control agencies arrive at the gate on the border that divides the Dominican Republic and Haiti in Dajabon, Dominican Republic, on February 19, 2022. - Almost a year after the announcement by Dominican President Luis Abinader of the construction of a perimeter fence, tomorrow the works will begin on the Dajabon area in the northwest of the Dominican Republic.

President Luis Abinader’s second mandate is poised to focus on human rights as he embarks on his new term in office. Let’s explore the key priorities and challenges ahead: Addressing Human Rights Failures Amnesty International has condemned worrying human rights violations linked to migration policies. Urgent need to eradicate racial profiling, structural racism, and discrimination. … Read more