Dominica

Country Dominica
Capital Roseau
Continent North America(Central America)
Currency East Caribbean dollar(XCD)
Languages English, Antillean Creole & French

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Dominica was the last of the Caribbean islands to be colonized by Europeans due chiefly to the fierce resistance of the native Caribs. France ceded possession to Great Britain in 1763, which made the island a colony in 1805. In 1980, two years after independence, Dominica's fortunes improved when a corrupt and tyrannical administration was replaced by that of Mary Eugenia CHARLES, the first female prime minister in the Caribbean, who remained in office for 15 years. Some 3,000 Carib Indians still living on Dominica are the only pre-Columbian population remaining in the eastern Caribbean.

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Dominica - Wikipedia
Dominica - CIA World Fact Book
Dominica - BBC
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Shervon Pierre set to lead Dentons’ St. Lucia and Dominica practices - DentonsShervon Pierre set to lead Dentons’ St. Lucia and Dominica practices  Dentons

Dominica Citizenship by Investment: Updated 2025 - Get Golden VisaDominica Citizenship by Investment: Updated 2025  Get Golden Visa

Caribbean Airlines Unveils Game-Changing Non-Stop Routes Between Dominica, Puerto Rico, Trinidad, and New York Starting August 2025 - Travel And Tour WorldCaribbean Airlines Unveils Game-Changing Non-Stop Routes Between Dominica, Puerto Rico, Trinidad, and New York Starting August 2025  Travel And Tour World

Saint Kitts Announces CBI Residency Clause as Dominica Breaks Silence on US Travel Ban - IMI DailySaint Kitts Announces CBI Residency Clause as Dominica Breaks Silence on US Travel Ban  IMI Daily

Dominica awards PM Modi its highest honour - DD NewsDominica awards PM Modi its highest honour  DD News

PM Modi to receive Dominica’s highest national honour for COVID-19 support and strengthening India-Dominica ties - The HinduPM Modi to receive Dominica’s highest national honour for COVID-19 support and strengthening India-Dominica ties  The Hindu

Cricket West Indies cosigns Mottley’s call for regional unity - Dominica News OnlineCricket West Indies cosigns Mottley’s call for regional unity  Dominica News Online

PM Modi Receives Dominica's Highest National Honour - NDTVPM Modi Receives Dominica's Highest National Honour  NDTV

PM meets with Prime Minister of Dominica - PM IndiaPM meets with Prime Minister of Dominica  PM India

PM Modi honoured with Dominica's top civilian award - The Times of IndiaPM Modi honoured with Dominica's top civilian award  The Times of India

Dominica: 2025 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; and Staff Report - International Monetary Fund (IMF)Dominica: 2025 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; and Staff Report  International Monetary Fund (IMF)

CAL announces non-stop service between Dominica & Puerto Rico - St Vincent TimesCAL announces non-stop service between Dominica & Puerto Rico  St Vincent Times

Guyana, Dominica confer top awards on PM Modi - The Indian ExpressGuyana, Dominica confer top awards on PM Modi  The Indian Express

American Airlines Launches New Routes with Mexico City, Queretaro, Santo Doming, Increasing Frequency with Dominica, St. Maarten, Tortola, Chicago, Philadelphia and Miami, Latest Update for You - Travel And Tour WorldAmerican Airlines Launches New Routes with Mexico City, Queretaro, Santo Doming, Increasing Frequency with Dominica, St. Maarten, Tortola, Chicago, Philadelphia and Miami, Latest Update for You  Travel And Tour World

Dominica announces its highest national honour to PM Modi - DD NewsDominica announces its highest national honour to PM Modi  DD News

Dominica to honour PM for aid during pandemic - The Times of IndiaDominica to honour PM for aid during pandemic  The Times of India

PM Modi Bestowed Dominica's Highest National Honour, Praised For Safeguarding Lives During COVID - NDTVPM Modi Bestowed Dominica's Highest National Honour, Praised For Safeguarding Lives During COVID  NDTV

From Anguilla to Dominica, St. Lucia to Curaçao, and Across the Shores of the Exumas, Eleuthera, Vieques, and Beyond Discover the Caribbean’s Most Dreamlike Islands Where Turquoise Seas, Hidden Beaches, and Soulful Culture Invite You Into a World of - Travel And Tour WorldFrom Anguilla to Dominica, St. Lucia to Curaçao, and Across the Shores of the Exumas, Eleuthera, Vieques, and Beyond Discover the Caribbean’s Most Dreamlike Islands Where Turquoise Seas, Hidden Beaches, and Soulful Culture Invite You Into a World of  Travel And Tour World

Dominica to bestow its highest civilian award upon PM Modi - The Times of IndiaDominica to bestow its highest civilian award upon PM Modi  The Times of India

Dominica to honour PM Modi with highest award at India-CARICOM Summit - Business StandardDominica to honour PM Modi with highest award at India-CARICOM Summit  Business Standard

Resilient Agricultural Project Boosts Livelihoods of Vulnerable Communities in Dominica - World BankResilient Agricultural Project Boosts Livelihoods of Vulnerable Communities in Dominica  World Bank

United Expanding Service to Caribbean Destination - AirlineGeeks.comUnited Expanding Service to Caribbean Destination  AirlineGeeks.com

Guyana, Dominica top honours for PM Modi - The Times of IndiaGuyana, Dominica top honours for PM Modi  The Times of India

PM Modi dedicates Dominica’s top National Award to 140 crore Indians - DD NewsPM Modi dedicates Dominica’s top National Award to 140 crore Indians  DD News

This underrated Caribbean island is back from the brink – and ready to share its treasures with the world - Condé Nast Traveller IndiaThis underrated Caribbean island is back from the brink – and ready to share its treasures with the world  Condé Nast Traveller India

Dominica Is The Caribbean’s Best-Kept Secret And Safest Holiday Island - ETV BharatDominica Is The Caribbean’s Best-Kept Secret And Safest Holiday Island  ETV Bharat

Comparative efficacy of alternative insecticides for Rhyzopertha dominica management in Colombia: Beyond organophosphates and pyrethroids - ScienceDirect.comComparative efficacy of alternative insecticides for Rhyzopertha dominica management in Colombia: Beyond organophosphates and pyrethroids  ScienceDirect.com

"World Can't Talk About Resilience Unless They Talk About Dominica": PM Skerrit - NDTV"World Can't Talk About Resilience Unless They Talk About Dominica": PM Skerrit  NDTV

United Airlines Inaugurates Second Direct Flight from Newark to Dominica to Promote Caribbean Travel - Travel And Tour WorldUnited Airlines Inaugurates Second Direct Flight from Newark to Dominica to Promote Caribbean Travel  Travel And Tour World

How Dominica's volcanoes will boost its green energy - BBCHow Dominica's volcanoes will boost its green energy  BBC

United Airlines Expands Direct Flights from Newark to Dominica: A Boost to Caribbean Tourism - Travel And Tour WorldUnited Airlines Expands Direct Flights from Newark to Dominica: A Boost to Caribbean Tourism  Travel And Tour World

United Airlines Expands Nonstop Flights to Dominica - TravelPulseUnited Airlines Expands Nonstop Flights to Dominica  TravelPulse

FAO Strengthens Resilient Farming Practices in Dominica with Advanced Extension Training - Food and Agriculture OrganizationFAO Strengthens Resilient Farming Practices in Dominica with Advanced Extension Training  Food and Agriculture Organization

Dominica 2% VAT rise proposal - VATCalcDominica 2% VAT rise proposal  VATCalc

Maldivians allowed to visit Dominica without visa - Edition.mvMaldivians allowed to visit Dominica without visa  Edition.mv

IACHR expresses concern regarding the electoral reform process in the Commonwealth of Dominica - Organization of American StatesIACHR expresses concern regarding the electoral reform process in the Commonwealth of Dominica  Organization of American States

PM Narendra Modi to receive Dominica's highest honour for contributions during COVID-19 pandemic - CNBC TV18PM Narendra Modi to receive Dominica's highest honour for contributions during COVID-19 pandemic  CNBC TV18

United Airlines expands nonstop service to Dominica - Travel Daily News InternationalUnited Airlines expands nonstop service to Dominica  Travel Daily News International

Strengthening Health Systems - National Blood Bank and Medical Gas Assessments in Dominica - Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)Strengthening Health Systems - National Blood Bank and Medical Gas Assessments in Dominica  Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)

Forests For Us: Dominica Harnesses Nature for Climate Resilience and Economic Development - World BankForests For Us: Dominica Harnesses Nature for Climate Resilience and Economic Development  World Bank

Dominica secures $34 million financing for 10-MW geothermal power project - ThinkGeoEnergyDominica secures $34 million financing for 10-MW geothermal power project  ThinkGeoEnergy

Dominica Is Getting a Second Nonstop Flight From New York — Just in Time for Winter - Caribbean JournalDominica Is Getting a Second Nonstop Flight From New York — Just in Time for Winter  Caribbean Journal

PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Dominica PM Roosevelt Skerrit in Georgetown - DD NewsPM Modi holds bilateral talks with Dominica PM Roosevelt Skerrit in Georgetown  DD News

United Airlines Adds New Direct Flight from Newark to Dominica - Travel Market ReportUnited Airlines Adds New Direct Flight from Newark to Dominica  Travel Market Report

CARICOM needs own ‘blue tick’; regional security framework, says Mottley - Dominica News OnlineCARICOM needs own ‘blue tick’; regional security framework, says Mottley  Dominica News Online

Caribbean CBI countries propose 30-day residency requirement, mandatory integration programs - Dominica News OnlineCaribbean CBI countries propose 30-day residency requirement, mandatory integration programs  Dominica News Online

Site preparation ongoing for Dominica geothermal power plant construction - ThinkGeoEnergySite preparation ongoing for Dominica geothermal power plant construction  ThinkGeoEnergy

The King's Baton Relay in Dominica - Commonwealth SportThe King's Baton Relay in Dominica  Commonwealth Sport

Comprehensive investigations to be pursued following Fond Cole Landfill fire - Dominica News OnlineComprehensive investigations to be pursued following Fond Cole Landfill fire  Dominica News Online

6/22/2025: The Sperm Whales of Dominica; Monkey Island; Hanging On - CBS News6/22/2025: The Sperm Whales of Dominica; Monkey Island; Hanging On  CBS News

Dominica Entrepreneur Visa Program - Nomad CapitalistDominica Entrepreneur Visa Program  Nomad Capitalist

Dominica modernizes its entry system with an online immigration form - VisasNewsDominica modernizes its entry system with an online immigration form  VisasNews

Dominica begins National Consultations to develop new Mental Health Legislation - Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)Dominica begins National Consultations to develop new Mental Health Legislation  Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)

Dominica to explore vast potential of cannabis plant for 'medical cannabis industry', says AG Prime Minister - Dominica News OnlineDominica to explore vast potential of cannabis plant for 'medical cannabis industry', says AG Prime Minister  Dominica News Online

Dominica - General DebateDominica  General Debate

What Dominica is doing to meet rising tourism demand - Travel WeeklyWhat Dominica is doing to meet rising tourism demand  Travel Weekly

Dominica creates the world’s first Sperm Whale Reserve, a win for conservation and climate - oneearth.orgDominica creates the world’s first Sperm Whale Reserve, a win for conservation and climate  oneearth.org

OECS agriculture ministers throw full support behind Guyana’s choice for IICA lead - Dominica News OnlineOECS agriculture ministers throw full support behind Guyana’s choice for IICA lead  Dominica News Online

United Airlines Expands New York/Newark to Dominica Flights - eTurboNewsUnited Airlines Expands New York/Newark to Dominica Flights  eTurboNews

Dominica PM provides update on construction of Laudat geothermal power plant - ThinkGeoEnergyDominica PM provides update on construction of Laudat geothermal power plant  ThinkGeoEnergy

U.S. Embassy announces USD $3M donation for Emergency Operations Centers and plans for a USD $2M Fire and Ambulance Service Station in Dominica - USEmbassy.govU.S. Embassy announces USD $3M donation for Emergency Operations Centers and plans for a USD $2M Fire and Ambulance Service Station in Dominica  USEmbassy.gov

Digital 2025: Dominica - DataReportal – Global Digital InsightsDigital 2025: Dominica  DataReportal – Global Digital Insights

United Launches Newark-Dominica Nonstop Service - TravelAge WestUnited Launches Newark-Dominica Nonstop Service  TravelAge West

Reo’s ‘La Vie Doux’ now #1 in Dominica - Dominica News OnlineReo’s ‘La Vie Doux’ now #1 in Dominica  Dominica News Online

Japan-Commonwealth of Dominica Foreign Ministers’ Meeting - mofa.go.jpJapan-Commonwealth of Dominica Foreign Ministers’ Meeting  mofa.go.jp

Discover the 7 Best Places to Visit in Dominica - AirtelDiscover the 7 Best Places to Visit in Dominica  Airtel

Excellence in Leadership recognised during Dominica Hospital Authority retreat - Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)Excellence in Leadership recognised during Dominica Hospital Authority retreat  Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)

Opposition Challenges Dominica's "Billion-Dollar" Citizenship Program as PM Skerrit Fires Back - IMI DailyOpposition Challenges Dominica's "Billion-Dollar" Citizenship Program as PM Skerrit Fires Back  IMI Daily

ERC letter addresses concerns to 49th convention of CARICOM Heads - Dominica News OnlineERC letter addresses concerns to 49th convention of CARICOM Heads  Dominica News Online

Reporters Without Borders urges Dominica to investigate police attacks on journalists - JURIST Legal NewsReporters Without Borders urges Dominica to investigate police attacks on journalists  JURIST Legal News

Dominica: RSF calls for investigation into journalist assault by police - Reporters sans frontièresDominica: RSF calls for investigation into journalist assault by police  Reporters sans frontières

Dominica Continues to Build Community Resilience in the Kalinago Territory - United Nations Development ProgrammeDominica Continues to Build Community Resilience in the Kalinago Territory  United Nations Development Programme

Dominica's Parliament approves increased bank guarantee for Air Service Agreement between DDA and United Airlines - Dominica News OnlineDominica's Parliament approves increased bank guarantee for Air Service Agreement between DDA and United Airlines  Dominica News Online

Mandatory $250 deposit now effective, for most US Visas - Dominica News OnlineMandatory $250 deposit now effective, for most US Visas  Dominica News Online

UPDATE: Fatal Shooting incident near Bath Estate Bridge - Dominica News OnlineUPDATE: Fatal Shooting incident near Bath Estate Bridge  Dominica News Online

Jayhawks build healthier community in Dominica - KU NewsJayhawks build healthier community in Dominica  KU News

DSWMC to address Fond Cole Landfill fire among other matters this week - Dominica News OnlineDSWMC to address Fond Cole Landfill fire among other matters this week  Dominica News Online

Thousands of UAE residents who bought second passport face uncertainty - Khaleej TimesThousands of UAE residents who bought second passport face uncertainty  Khaleej Times

Empowering Dominica’s Youth: Promoting Human Security for All on - International Organization for MigrationEmpowering Dominica’s Youth: Promoting Human Security for All on  International Organization for Migration

The Chinese Embassy in Dominica Distributes Spring Festival Packages to Overseas Chinese - mfa.gov.cnThe Chinese Embassy in Dominica Distributes Spring Festival Packages to Overseas Chinese  mfa.gov.cn

Thirty-nine police officers promoted to various ranks - Dominica News OnlineThirty-nine police officers promoted to various ranks  Dominica News Online

BREAKING NEWS: Fatal shooting incident in vicinity of Bath Estate - Dominica News OnlineBREAKING NEWS: Fatal shooting incident in vicinity of Bath Estate  Dominica News Online

T&T hosts CWI Rising Stars Under-19 Women’s Championship - Dominica News OnlineT&T hosts CWI Rising Stars Under-19 Women’s Championship  Dominica News Online

Addressing Poverty Among the Dominica Kalinago - The Borgen ProjectAddressing Poverty Among the Dominica Kalinago  The Borgen Project

Mottley, to CARICOM Heads: Time for regional unity is now - Dominica News OnlineMottley, to CARICOM Heads: Time for regional unity is now  Dominica News Online

Article Entitled "China-Dominica Ties: A Model for China-LAC Relations" by Chinese Ambassador to Dominica Chu Maoming Published_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - fmprc.gov.cnArticle Entitled "China-Dominica Ties: A Model for China-LAC Relations" by Chinese Ambassador to Dominica Chu Maoming Published_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  fmprc.gov.cn

US Set To Expand Additional Travel Restrictions on Seven Countries, Including Antigua, Barbuda, Dominica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, and Other Nations with Citizenship by Investment Programs, Amid National Security Concerns - Travel And Tour WorldUS Set To Expand Additional Travel Restrictions on Seven Countries, Including Antigua, Barbuda, Dominica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, and Other Nations with Citizenship by Investment Programs, Amid National Security Concerns  Travel And Tour World

Dominica Gov’t urges nationals illegally in the United States to return home - Jamaica ObserverDominica Gov’t urges nationals illegally in the United States to return home  Jamaica Observer

Secretary Rubio meets with the Prime Ministers of Antigua and Barbuda, the Bahamas, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines - DVIDSSecretary Rubio meets with the Prime Ministers of Antigua and Barbuda, the Bahamas, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines  DVIDS

Paris 2024 athletics: All results, as Thea LaFond wins historic first Olympic gold for Dominica in women’s triple jump - Olympics.comParis 2024 athletics: All results, as Thea LaFond wins historic first Olympic gold for Dominica in women’s triple jump  Olympics.com

Heard of Nature Island? Go Now, Some Say, Before ‘Ecotourism’ Ruins It - BloombergHeard of Nature Island? Go Now, Some Say, Before ‘Ecotourism’ Ruins It  Bloomberg

Chinese Ambassador to Dominica Chu Maoming Meets with CEO of the Dominica International Airport Development Company_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Dominica Chu Maoming Meets with CEO of the Dominica International Airport Development Company_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  fmprc.gov.cn

Caribbean Airlines to Launch Nonstop Flights Between Dominica and Puerto Rico - The Virgin Islands ConsortiumCaribbean Airlines to Launch Nonstop Flights Between Dominica and Puerto Rico  The Virgin Islands Consortium

Dominica Reports Increased Arrivals Amidst Flight and Hotel Expansion - TravelPulseDominica Reports Increased Arrivals Amidst Flight and Hotel Expansion  TravelPulse

Healthy Caribbean Coalition open letter to CARICOM Heads - Dominica News OnlineHealthy Caribbean Coalition open letter to CARICOM Heads  Dominica News Online

25 Places to Go in 2025 Spotlight: Dominica - Matador Network25 Places to Go in 2025 Spotlight: Dominica  Matador Network

Dominica CBI Revenues at 37% of GDP: IMF Warns of “Over-Reliance” - IMI DailyDominica CBI Revenues at 37% of GDP: IMF Warns of “Over-Reliance”  IMI Daily

A first-time guide to Dominica - Lonely PlanetA first-time guide to Dominica  Lonely Planet

Chinese Embassy in Dominica Holds Media Briefing on the Fourth Ministerial Meeting of the China-CELAC Forum - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Embassy in Dominica Holds Media Briefing on the Fourth Ministerial Meeting of the China-CELAC Forum  fmprc.gov.cn

I've Visited More Than 80 Countries Alone—This Caribbean Island Is One of the Best Places for Solo Travelers - AFAR MediaI've Visited More Than 80 Countries Alone—This Caribbean Island Is One of the Best Places for Solo Travelers  AFAR Media