Santo Domingo- The recent activation of the pumping system in the La Vigia canal in the border province of Dajabon by the Dominican Republic has caused some tension with Haiti. Despite this measure being taken by the Dominican authorities, Haiti has yet to react to the situation, leaving the canal inaugurated by Haitians without water.
Reports from Haitian news media, such as @haytiens on network, indicate that Dominican drones are actively monitoring the area. Some are viewing this as an “obsession” by Dominican officials.
The canal, which was unveiled by Haitians on Thursday and sourced water from the Dajabon or Masacre River, quickly ran dry on Friday after the pumping system was put into operation by Dominican authorities to supply water to border agricultural areas.
The lack of response from Haiti has added to the tensions between the two countries, with the situation showing no signs of easing. The constant monitoring by Dominican drones only serves to highlight the high level of attention being paid to this issue. The impact of this water shortage on the surrounding agricultural areas remains to be seen as the standoff between Haiti and the Dominican Republic continues.