Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. March 14, 2025. The United States Minority Chamber of Commerce for American Minorities announces a series of business English courses focused on serving visitors to the region, beginning this coming April 19 and 20 in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The mission is to offer training and support through intensive seminars in...
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