The executive extended the state of emergency by another 45 days, which will enter into force on March 2.
By decree 95-2020, President Luis Abinader indicates that the measure aims to deal with the Covid-19 pandemic, as well as to preserve the health of the Dominican population.
The last state of emergency expires on March 1, yesterday the Senate of the Republic approved the continuation of the restrictions regarding the hours and the controlled visits in some public spaces.
“In our country, the level of contagion has been limited to a certain extent due to the sustained and uninterrupted adoption of social distancing measures. If we continue with this strategy and achieve a gradual and secure escalation of the nest and other measures, we will be able to avoid a return of such magnitude that its repercussions are even stronger on Dominican society and economy, “said the president. . in request.sent to Congress.