Abinader claims victory in Dominican Republic presidential race

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UPDATED. Opposition candidate Luis Abinader has claimed victory in the Dominican Republic's presidential race after voters braved a worsening coronavirus outbreak to cast their ballots for a new leader and legislature.

BALLOT. People vote at a polling station during General Elections in Santo Domingo, on July 5, 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Photo by STR/AFP

The PLD's candidate Gonzalo Castillo came second in a six-man field, with 838,000 votes – or 37% – according to the incomplete figures. But elsewhere, voting appeared to progress smoothly, with few disruptions despite the extra virus precautions. Medina, who could not seek another term under the country's constitution, was forced to impose a national lockdown, easing it only last week as parties made a final drive for votes.Abinader had to suspend his campaign after testing positive for the coronavirus, but recovered sufficiently to lead a rally on Wednesday, July 1.

The Brazilian construction giant has admitted to doling out $92 million in bribes in the Dominican Republic in exchange for winning public works contracts.

 

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