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New Country Partnership with the Dominican Republic 2010-2013
The new strategy proposes up to US$500 million through a combination of innovative operations to support the DR Government in its efforts to reduce poverty, reactivate the economy and enhance competitiveness.
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The Dominican Republic has a population of over 9 million, and is a middle-income country, with the largest economy of Central America and the Caribbean.  It occupies the eastern part of the island of Hispaniola, which it shares with Haiti.
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DB cover 2010Reforming through Difficult Times
The Dominican Republic improved its global ranking on overall ease of doing business moving to the position 86, among 183 economies worldwide.
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Logo americasThe World Bank partners with the Conference of the Americas
This critical two-day conference will examine how the region will face inminent social, political and economic issues.

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DB cover 2010Small Grant Competition Rewards Innovation in Young Entrepreneurs from Latin America and Caribbean
Now Open to Proposals which address entrepreneurship and youth.
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Strengthening Transparency and Governance
A new World Bank technical assistance aims to help strengthen the Dominican Congress.
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Improving the Poor's Access to Health Services
Health workforce plays a key role in increasing access to health services for the poor.
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World Bank Director Visits the Dominican Republic
World Bank director for the Caribbean Yvonne Tsikata met with local authorities and grassroots leaders.
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+Meeting with President  Fernández s



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Climate Change Already Impacting the Caribbean
According to a World Bank's new regional report that was launched in Santo Domingo.
+Implications for the Dominican Republic
+Climate change blog 



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