DomRep establishes ties with China, breaks with Taiwan

May 01, 2018 in Regional

The Dominican Republic established diplomatic relations with China and cut off ties with Taiwan, the Caribbean country's government said late Monday -- whittling down Taipei's list of allies even more in the face of Beijing's growing influence. "We have taken the decision to establish diplomatic relations...

Where Does The Caribbean Rank On Press Freedom?

April 30, 2018 in Regional

Where does the Caribbean stand on press freedom? Here are the positions of the seven Caribbean nations surveyed – ranked here by News Americas from worst to best, according to the latest 2018 World Press Freedom Index from Reporters Without Borders, (RSW), which evaluates the...