Labour market · 24/06/2026Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

Ecotourism Creates Jobs in the Dominican Republic's Protected Forests

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Protected areas in the Dominican Republic, such as the Saltos de Jima Natural Monument, attract over 2 million visitors annually, generating employment opportunities through ecotourism.

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