Santo Domingo. President Luis Abinader expressed his support for Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele regarding the ongoing security challenges in Haiti, emphasizing the Dominican Republic’s collaboration with El Salvador in logistics and intelligence efforts.
During a press conference on Tuesday, Abinader disclosed that the Dominican Republic has enhanced its border surveillance with Haiti, deploying armored vehicles, drones, and military personnel to address any potential threats to national security.
The President underscored the continuous monitoring of developments within Haiti and outlined preventive measures enacted along the border. He affirmed that ensuring peace and security in both the border region and the entire country remains a priority for his administration.
Abinader also called for improved coordination among the various forces tasked with combating gang violence in Haiti, including Salvadoran troops. He cautioned that divisions among these groups could jeopardize operational effectiveness and stressed the importance of unity.
In his remarks, Abinader noted that Salvadoran Defense Minister René Francis Merino Monroy engages in near-daily communication with Dominican Defense Minister Lieutenant General Carlos Antonio Fernández Onofre as part of their ongoing cooperation and monitoring efforts.
The Dominican government, according to Abinader, is utilizing diplomatic channels to foster better coordination among the involved security forces, which he described as vital for the success of their operations.
He reiterated his administration’s commitment to supporting Bukele’s governance and assured that the Dominican Republic will remain alert and prepared to address any developments that may impact national peace and stability.
