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

Greece Joins Luxembourg, Austria, Palau, Switzerland, US, Norway, Dominica, And More As Canada Issues New Travel Advisory For Fall To Winter Transitions: Here’s Essential Details Tourists Need To Know - Travel And Tour WorldGreece Joins Luxembourg, Austria, Palau, Switzerland, US, Norway, Dominica, And More As Canada Issues New Travel Advisory For Fall To Winter Transitions: Here’s Essential Details Tourists Need To Know  Travel And Tour World

I Never Liked the Caribbean—but This Island Made Me Fall in Love With It - Travel + LeisureI Never Liked the Caribbean—but This Island Made Me Fall in Love With It  Travel + Leisure

T&T PM Persad-Bissessar strengthens ties with the U.S. - Dominica News OnlineT&T PM Persad-Bissessar strengthens ties with the U.S.  Dominica News Online

PAHO continues to support Dominica in Digital Health Surveillance - Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)PAHO continues to support Dominica in Digital Health Surveillance  Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)

Dominica to Confer Highest National Honour to Prime Minister Narendra Modi - NewsonairDominica to Confer Highest National Honour to Prime Minister Narendra Modi  Newsonair

Dominica Signs Second Country Programme Framework (CPF) for 2025-2030 - IAEADominica Signs Second Country Programme Framework (CPF) for 2025-2030  IAEA

The aromatic plant essential oils and their hormetic effect on Rhyzopertha dominica (Coleoptera: Bostrichidae) - ScienceDirect.comThe aromatic plant essential oils and their hormetic effect on Rhyzopertha dominica (Coleoptera: Bostrichidae)  ScienceDirect.com

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

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

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

CDB announces financial close for Dominica geothermal power project - ThinkGeoEnergyCDB announces financial close for Dominica geothermal power project  ThinkGeoEnergy

Dominica: First visit by UN Special Rapporteur on climate change and human rights - ohchrDominica: First visit by UN Special Rapporteur on climate change and human rights  ohchr

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

Is Dominica Safe? Travel Advisory for 2025 - Get Golden VisaIs Dominica Safe? Travel Advisory for 2025  Get Golden Visa

FIRST GOLD FOR DOMINICA AT ASU2025 - Panam SportsFIRST GOLD FOR DOMINICA AT ASU2025  Panam Sports

St. Mary’s Academy to host Elwin-Jolly Science Laboratory naming ceremony - Dominica News OnlineSt. Mary’s Academy to host Elwin-Jolly Science Laboratory naming ceremony  Dominica News Online

Guyana, Dominica confer top awards on PM Modi - The HinduGuyana, Dominica confer top awards on PM Modi  The Hindu

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

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

Dominica reports progress on construction of 10-MW geothermal power plant - ThinkGeoEnergyDominica reports progress on construction of 10-MW geothermal power plant  ThinkGeoEnergy

From Dominica to Oval: Jaiswal rules over 7 seas - India TodayFrom Dominica to Oval: Jaiswal rules over 7 seas  India Today

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

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

Thousands of Passengers Stranded as InterCaribbean Airways Cancels Nineteen Flights Due to Severe Weather, Disrupting Travel Across San Juan, Tortola, Barbados, Dominica, and Other Caribbean Destinations - Travel And Tour WorldThousands of Passengers Stranded as InterCaribbean Airways Cancels Nineteen Flights Due to Severe Weather, Disrupting Travel Across San Juan, Tortola, Barbados, Dominica, and Other Caribbean Destinations  Travel And Tour World

Bahamas Joins Jamaica, Barbados, Dominica, Puerto Rico, and Cancun in New Caribbean Tourism Boom Fueled by US and Canada Tourist for Eight Consecutive Months and Expected to Grow Till End of 2025 - Travel And Tour WorldBahamas Joins Jamaica, Barbados, Dominica, Puerto Rico, and Cancun in New Caribbean Tourism Boom Fueled by US and Canada Tourist for Eight Consecutive Months and Expected to Grow Till End of 2025  Travel And Tour World

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

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

Switzerland Joins US, Austria, Greece, Japan, Ireland, Australia, Dominica And More As Canada Issues New Travel Advisory For Frost-Free Season Amid Peaceful Destinations With Low-Risk Travel: What You Need To Know - Travel And Tour WorldSwitzerland Joins US, Austria, Greece, Japan, Ireland, Australia, Dominica And More As Canada Issues New Travel Advisory For Frost-Free Season Amid Peaceful Destinations With Low-Risk Travel: What You Need To Know  Travel And Tour World

Dominica to bestow highest national award upon Modi | Latest News India - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesDominica to bestow highest national award upon Modi | Latest News India - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Dominica 2% VAT rise proposal - vatcalc.comDominica 2% VAT rise proposal  vatcalc.com

Ormat lands USD 50m in financing for geothermal project in Dominica - Renewables NowOrmat lands USD 50m in financing for geothermal project in Dominica  Renewables Now

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

Three Days You Won’t Sleep in Dominica: The World Creole Music Festival - eTurboNewsThree Days You Won’t Sleep in Dominica: The World Creole Music Festival  eTurboNews

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

Small State, Big Gains: Why Dominica Matters in China’s Global Strategy - The China-Global South ProjectSmall State, Big Gains: Why Dominica Matters in China’s Global Strategy  The China-Global South Project

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

Monish Duggal has been appointed Director of Human Resources at InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa in Portsmouth - Hospitality NetMonish Duggal has been appointed Director of Human Resources at InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa in Portsmouth  Hospitality Net

PM Modi to receive Dominica's highest honour for contributions during COVID pandemic - The Economic TimesPM Modi to receive Dominica's highest honour for contributions during COVID pandemic  The Economic Times

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

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

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

Mental health legislation and policy consultations continue in Dominica - Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)Mental health legislation and policy consultations continue in Dominica  Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)

Commonwealth of Dominica to bestow its highest national award upon PM Modi for Covid support - Deccan HeraldCommonwealth of Dominica to bestow its highest national award upon PM Modi for Covid support  Deccan Herald

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

"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

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

Little-visited Caribbean island getting new £292,000,000 airport and first-ever direct UK flights - Metro.co.ukLittle-visited Caribbean island getting new £292,000,000 airport and first-ever direct UK flights  Metro.co.uk

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)

Dominica Table Tennis Association receives support from International Federation - Dominica News OnlineDominica Table Tennis Association receives support from International Federation  Dominica News Online

OAS > Calendar > Event - Organization of American StatesOAS > Calendar > Event  Organization of American States

Vivek Dalal has been appointed Food & Beverage Manager at InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa in Portsmouth - Hospitality NetVivek Dalal has been appointed Food & Beverage Manager at InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa in Portsmouth  Hospitality Net

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

PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Dominica PM Skerrit in Georgetown - Business StandardPM Modi holds bilateral talks with Dominica PM Skerrit in Georgetown  Business Standard

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

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

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

Dominica announces its highest national honour to PM Modi - The New Indian ExpressDominica announces its highest national honour to PM Modi  The New Indian Express

This Hidden Village in Dominica Has Hot Springs, Healing Waters, and a Funky Spirit - Caribbean JournalThis Hidden Village in Dominica Has Hot Springs, Healing Waters, and a Funky Spirit  Caribbean Journal

Ramy Haykal has been appointed General Manager at InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa in Portsmouth - Hospitality NetRamy Haykal has been appointed General Manager at InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa in Portsmouth  Hospitality Net

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)

Marcy Gachette has been appointed Marketing Manager at InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa in Portsmouth - Hospitality NetMarcy Gachette has been appointed Marketing Manager at InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa in Portsmouth  Hospitality Net

How Disability and Poverty in Dominica Take Effect - The Borgen ProjectHow Disability and Poverty in Dominica Take Effect  The Borgen Project

InterCaribbean Airways Disrupts Travel in Barbados, Dominica, British Virgin Islands with 19 New Flight Cancellations, Affected Airports Include Grantley Adams, Douglas Charles, Point Salines - Travel And Tour WorldInterCaribbean Airways Disrupts Travel in Barbados, Dominica, British Virgin Islands with 19 New Flight Cancellations, Affected Airports Include Grantley Adams, Douglas Charles, Point Salines  Travel And Tour World

Shervon Pierre set to lead Dentons’ St. Lucia and Dominica practices - DentonsShervon Pierre set to lead Dentons’ St. Lucia and Dominica practices  Dentons

UNDP Resident Representative meets with China’s Ambassador to Dominica - UNDPUNDP Resident Representative meets with China’s Ambassador to Dominica  UNDP

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

Dominica rising: the Caribbean's best kept secret – until now - squaremile.comDominica rising: the Caribbean's best kept secret – until now  squaremile.com

Chinese Embassy in Dominica Hosts Commemorative Symposium Marking 80th Anniversary of Victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republi - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Embassy in Dominica Hosts Commemorative Symposium Marking 80th Anniversary of Victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republi  fmprc.gov.cn

Dominica: Urban resilience and risk-informed planning transform Roseau after Hurricane Maria - PreventionWeb.netDominica: Urban resilience and risk-informed planning transform Roseau after Hurricane Maria  PreventionWeb.net

Dominicans miss out on Blood Moon celestial spectacle as it graces skies elsewhere (with livestream) - Dominica News OnlineDominicans miss out on Blood Moon celestial spectacle as it graces skies elsewhere (with livestream)  Dominica News Online

Case of U.S. Citizen Jonathan Lehrer Jailed in Dominica Shows Signs of State Interference, Say Lawyers at KCT Chambers and Pilgrim & Associates - ReutersCase of U.S. Citizen Jonathan Lehrer Jailed in Dominica Shows Signs of State Interference, Say Lawyers at KCT Chambers and Pilgrim & Associates  Reuters

Sunrise Airways Dominica obtains AOC - ch-aviationSunrise Airways Dominica obtains AOC  ch-aviation

Dominica Accelerates Tourism and Economic Growth with Caribbean Airlines’ Bold Expansion of Regional Flights Enhancing Connectivity and Access to the Island - Travel And Tour WorldDominica Accelerates Tourism and Economic Growth with Caribbean Airlines’ Bold Expansion of Regional Flights Enhancing Connectivity and Access to the Island  Travel And Tour World

Chinese Ambassador to Dominica Chu Maoming Attends Signing Ceremony of the Agreement on Economic and Technical Cooperation between China and Dominica_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Dominica Chu Maoming Attends Signing Ceremony of the Agreement on Economic and Technical Cooperation between China and Dominica_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  fmprc.gov.cn

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

Travelers Immobiled in Barbados as 6 Flights of InterCaribbean Airways Cancelled, Impacting The British Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, Bahamas, Saint Lucia, Dominica and More - Travel And Tour WorldTravelers Immobiled in Barbados as 6 Flights of InterCaribbean Airways Cancelled, Impacting The British Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, Bahamas, Saint Lucia, Dominica and More  Travel And Tour World

Dominica to Award Its Highest National Honour to PM Modi - Adda247Dominica to Award Its Highest National Honour to PM Modi  Adda247

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

PM Modi Receives Highest Honors from Guyana and Dominica - Adda247PM Modi Receives Highest Honors from Guyana and Dominica  Adda247

Chinese Ambassador to Dominica Chu Maoming Attends the Launch of the Ninth Phase of the China Aid Dominica Agricultural Technical Cooperation Project & the Hand-over Ceremony of Agricultural Materials and Machinery_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Dominica Chu Maoming Attends the Launch of the Ninth Phase of the China Aid Dominica Agricultural Technical Cooperation Project & the Hand-over Ceremony of Agricultural Materials and Machinery_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the  fmprc.gov.cn

Dominica creates the world’s first Sperm Whale Reserve, a win for conservation and climate - One EarthDominica creates the world’s first Sperm Whale Reserve, a win for conservation and climate  One Earth

Article Entitled "Commemorating History, Defending Peace" by Chinese Ambassador to Dominica Chu Maoming Published_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - mfa.gov.cnArticle Entitled "Commemorating History, Defending Peace" by Chinese Ambassador to Dominica Chu Maoming Published_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  mfa.gov.cn

Dominica Cancer Society plans activities in Kalinago Territory for Cancer Awareness Month - Dominica News OnlineDominica Cancer Society plans activities in Kalinago Territory for Cancer Awareness Month  Dominica News Online

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

Caribbean Airlines Just Started Nonstop Service Between Puerto Rico and Dominica - Caribbean JournalCaribbean Airlines Just Started Nonstop Service Between Puerto Rico and Dominica  Caribbean Journal

Dominica Continues to Build Community Resilience in the Kalinago Territory - UNDPDominica Continues to Build Community Resilience in the Kalinago Territory  UNDP

The Real Story on Dominica Is Bush Rum. Lots of Bush Rum. For, um, Medicinal Purposes - Highbrow MagazineThe Real Story on Dominica Is Bush Rum. Lots of Bush Rum. For, um, Medicinal Purposes  Highbrow Magazine

National Days of Prayer slated for September 19-21 ahead of Independence opening - Dominica News OnlineNational Days of Prayer slated for September 19-21 ahead of Independence opening  Dominica News Online

Travelers Stuck Across Puerto Rico, Barbados, Dominica, British Virgin Islands And More As InterCaribbean Cancels 15 New Flights, Causing Travel Upset At Kingston, Bridgetown, San Juan And Other Caribbean Airports, Here Is The Update - Travel And Tour WorldTravelers Stuck Across Puerto Rico, Barbados, Dominica, British Virgin Islands And More As InterCaribbean Cancels 15 New Flights, Causing Travel Upset At Kingston, Bridgetown, San Juan And Other Caribbean Airports, Here Is The Update  Travel And Tour World

LIVE coverage of DBF public event cancelled - Dominica News OnlineLIVE coverage of DBF public event cancelled  Dominica News Online

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

Caribbean Travel Disrupted as InterCaribbean Airways Faces 14 New Flight Cancellations, Causing Chaos Across Major Airports in Puerto Rico, Dominica, Barbados, Grenada and More - Travel And Tour WorldCaribbean Travel Disrupted as InterCaribbean Airways Faces 14 New Flight Cancellations, Causing Chaos Across Major Airports in Puerto Rico, Dominica, Barbados, Grenada and More  Travel And Tour World

Dominica geothermal plant gets loan funding - Power Engineering InternationalDominica geothermal plant gets loan funding  Power Engineering International

UK Joins Brazil, Barbados, Dominica, St Lucia in Celebrating Notting Hill Carnival 2025 Alluring Visitors from US, Canada, France and Germany, New Info is Here - Travel And Tour WorldUK Joins Brazil, Barbados, Dominica, St Lucia in Celebrating Notting Hill Carnival 2025 Alluring Visitors from US, Canada, France and Germany, New Info is Here  Travel And Tour World

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

Commonwealth member nations endorse a fresh strategic initiative for collective prosperity - Dominica News OnlineCommonwealth member nations endorse a fresh strategic initiative for collective prosperity  Dominica News Online

Earlson Matthew appointed Chief Cultural Officer, bringing a blend of tradition and innovation to cultural development - Dominica News OnlineEarlson Matthew appointed Chief Cultural Officer, bringing a blend of tradition and innovation to cultural development  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

Princess Juliana International Airport resumes operations after WestJet incident - Dominica News OnlinePrincess Juliana International Airport resumes operations after WestJet incident  Dominica News Online