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A few moments from the celebration of Día E + Día del Libro 2026 at the Instituto Cervantes in New Delhi captured the spirit of creativity, language, and cultural dialogue that defined this special gathering.

Balloons carried Spanish words that travelled from India centuries ago. Mandalas placed the ñ at their centre. Henna became part of artistic expression. Latin American cursive appeared in different hands. Fortune cookies carried phrases in Spanish. A truck-art sign joined the permanent collection of the Embassy. And the paper slips from last year waited once again for new words to be placed on the cord.

The event reflected how several languages can work together to celebrate one, thanks to the dedication of a committed team and the generosity of an audience that warmly embraced the initiative.

The question that opened this year’s edition remains open still — because every word preserved is also a beginning.

This week, the Embassy of the Dominican Republic in India celebrated with great satisfaction the 15 years of service of Mr. Dhara Singh, Head of Transport and Logistics of the Mission, whose professional trajectory reflects commitment, perseverance, and dedication.

Over the years, Mr. Singh has demonstrated exemplary professionalism and a strong sense of responsibility, making an essential contribution to the smooth functioning of the Mission and the achievement of its objectives.

The Embassy expresses its sincere recognition and gratitude for his loyalty, hard work, and valuable service throughout these years, and congratulates him on reaching this important milestone.

Within the framework of the Bharat Electricity Summit 2026, one of the region’s leading platforms for power generation and renewable energy, Mr. David A. Mármol, President of the India Chamber of Commerce of the Dominican Republic, highlighted the importance of continuing to identify and promote opportunities for the business and commercial sectors within Dominican–Indian relations.

During the event, special recognition was extended to H.E. Francisco Comprés H. for his leadership and commitment, as well as to the entire team of the Embassy of the Dominican Republic in India for their dynamism and excellence in hosting the delegation of Dominican business leaders participating in the summit.

Participation in this important gathering reaffirmed the commitment to strengthening ties between the Dominican Republic and India, while promoting access for the Dominican business community to new opportunities in investment, innovation, and technological cooperation.

The discussions also underscored the shared interest in bringing cutting-edge technology and sustainable solutions to strategic sectors for national development, recognising India as a global reference in innovation, growth, and energy transformation.

The Embassy of the Dominican Republic in India continues to build bridges of cooperation that create new opportunities for Dominican businesses and further strengthen economic diplomacy between both countries.

H.E. Francisco Comprés H. paid a visit to Mr. Amit Prothi, Director General of the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI), at its headquarters in New Delhi. He was accompanied by Mr. Alfredo Stefan, First Secretary of the Embassy of the Dominican Republic in India.

During the meeting, the Ambassador formally delivered a Note Verbale expressing the intention of the Government of the Dominican Republic to host a Regional Office of the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure in the Caribbean, in response to the call for expressions of interest addressed to Member States.

The discussion provided an opportunity to exchange views on the next steps of the selection process, while also highlighting the Dominican Republic’s strengths as a potential host country, including its institutional stability, connectivity, and favourable environment for international organisations.

Ambassador Comprés reaffirmed the Dominican Republic’s commitment to advancing cooperation with the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure and supporting initiatives aimed at strengthening resilient infrastructure on a global scale.

H.E. Francisco Comprés H. participated in the Indo–Central America Trade & Investment Conclave, held at PHD House — a valuable platform for dialogue that brought together diplomats, business leaders, and investors interested in exploring new opportunities for economic cooperation between India and the Central American and Caribbean region.

During the event, the Ambassador highlighted the strategic advantages of the Dominican Republic as a dynamic and reliable platform for accessing markets across the Americas, offering a favourable investment environment and growing opportunities in sectors such as manufacturing, logistics, renewable energy, tourism, and agribusiness.

The conclave also served as an important opportunity to deepen dialogue between both regions and promote new commercial partnerships capable of unlocking the significant trade and investment potential between India and the Caribbean and Central American region.

Ambassador Comprés expressed his sincere appreciation to the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry for organising this important initiative and for creating a platform that continues to strengthen economic engagement between both regions.

On 27 February, the Embassy of the Dominican Republic in India proudly commemorated the National Day of the Dominican Republic, celebrating the country’s history, resilience, and vibrant cultural identity. 🇩🇴

The Embassy was deeply honoured by the presence of Chief Guest Mr. Rajesh Vaishnaw, Additional Secretary of the Central America Division of the Ministry of External Affairs of India, whose participation reflected the growing ties of friendship and cooperation between the Dominican Republic and India. 🇮🇳

Surrounded by distinguished guests, members of the diplomatic corps, partners, and friends, the evening highlighted the warmth, traditions, and spirit that define the Dominican people.

The Embassy extends its sincere gratitude to all those who joined in commemorating this special occasion, as well as to its valued partners for their continued support and collaboration.

H.E. Francisco Comprés H. received at the Embassy of the Dominican Republic in New Delhi a courtesy visit from Hon. Palanivel Thiaga Rajan, Minister of Information Technology and Digital Services of the Government of Tamil Nadu and a distinguished Indian political leader with extensive international experience in finance, capital markets, and strategic management.

The meeting provided an important opportunity to exchange views on avenues for economic cooperation, trade, investment, and digital innovation between the Dominican Republic and India.

The Embassy expressed its sincere appreciation for the Minister’s visit and highlighted the spirit of dialogue, openness, and collaboration that continues to characterize the relations between both countries.

H.E. Francisco Comprés H. welcomed a delegation of 10 police officers from the Dominican Republic who arrived in India to participate in a specialised course on Artificial Intelligence at C-DAC Mohali under the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation Programme (ITEC) of the Government of India. He was accompanied by Minister-Counsellor Fernando Chávez.

This training programme contributes to strengthening national capacities in technology-driven security and reflects the growing cooperation between the Dominican Republic and India in the fields of innovation, education, and institutional development.

The Embassy reaffirmed its appreciation to the Government of India for its continued support in promoting professional training and international cooperation initiatives that contribute to the development of strategic capacities for the future. 🇩🇴🤝🇮🇳

H.E. Francisco Comprés H. undertook an intensive and productive working visit to the Indian state of Gujarat, gaining first-hand insight into global-scale initiatives in renewable energy, advanced manufacturing, and port logistics.

During his visit to the Khavda Solar Park, the Ambassador observed the scale and innovation behind one of the world’s most ambitious solar energy projects, highlighting India’s leadership in sustainability and energy transition.

He subsequently visited the Electronics Manufacturing Cluster (EMC), where he reviewed manufacturing processes for cells and modules, as well as research, engineering, and design capabilities that position India as an important player within global technology value chains.

The working visit concluded at Mundra Port, a strategic logistics hub that demonstrates how modern infrastructure and entrepreneurial vision can significantly enhance a nation’s competitiveness and connectivity.

These engagements strengthened the understanding of India’s industrial ecosystem and opened concrete opportunities for cooperation in renewable energy, technology manufacturing, logistics, and port development for the Dominican Republic. The Embassy of the Dominican Republic in India continues to build bridges for investment, trade, and innovation between both countries.

The Embassy of the Dominican Republic in India participated in the Spanish Olympiad India, organised by Vivos Education in collaboration with the Instituto Cervantes and APEI.

This sixth edition included the participation of diplomatic missions from Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Spain, Uruguay, and Venezuela.

The event brought together 111 students from more than 30 schools, who took part in a competition focused on the Spanish language and Hispanic American cultures, promoting cultural exchange and the learning of Spanish among young students in India.

The initiative represented a valuable opportunity to strengthen cultural and educational ties between the Dominican Republic and India, while showcasing the richness and diversity of the Spanish-speaking world.

🇩🇴✨ Promoting Dominican culture and the Spanish language in India.