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Agenda for the day: Friday, April 17, 2026

Santo Domingo.- These are the most relevant activities scheduled for Friday, April 17, 2026 in the main cities of the Dominican Republic.

Today's Agenda:

9:30 a.m. I Expo Fair Learn and Undertake PJS 2026. Location: Juana Saltitopa Polytechnic.

10:00 a.m. Press conference of the National Health Service. Location: Crowne Plaza Hotel.

5:00 p.m. Workshop for Entrepreneurs organized by Agropecuarios del Mañana - RD Emprende. Location: Doña Sara's place, Puerto Plata street #32.

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