# MinisterioDefensaRD - **Website:** - **Primary alias:** `mide.gob.do` - **Founded:** 1844 - **Employees:** 10,001+ - **Location:** Santo Domingo, Nacional, Dominican Republic - **Company kind:** GOVERNMENT AGENCY ## Description The Ministerio de Defensa de la República Dominicana (Ministry of Defense of the Dominican Republic), commonly known as MinisterioDefensaRD, is the government institution responsible for the defense and security of the Dominican Republic. Established in 1844, the Ministry of Defense plays a vital role in safeguarding the nation's sovereignty and protecting its citizens. The headquarters of MinisterioDefensaRD is located in Santo Domingo, the capital city of the Dominican Republic. The Ministry offers a wide range of products and services to ensure national security. These include military operations, defense planning, border security, disaster response, and assistance to law enforcement agencies. MinisterioDefensaRD is committed to maintaining peace and stability within the country through strategic defense policies and modernization of the armed forces. On a global scale, MinisterioDefensaRD has established partnerships with international defense entities to enhance its capabilities. Notable subsidiaries of the Ministry include the Army National Directorate of Drug Control (DNCD), the Air Force, the Navy, and the Joint Chiefs of Staff. These entities work together to combat drug trafficking, terrorism, and other security threats. In terms of market position, MinisterioDefensaRD primarily focuses on domestic operations. However, it actively participates in international peacekeeping missions as part of the United Nations. The Ministry has gained recognition for its contributions to global security and peacekeeping efforts. In recent years, MinisterioDefensaRD has undergone significant modernization and capacity-building initiatives. These include the acquisition of new weapons systems, training programs, and technological advancements aimed at improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the armed forces. As of the latest available information, the Ministry of Defense continues to adapt to evolving security challenges both domestically and internationally. It remains a pivotal institution in the defense and security landscape of the Dominican Republic, promoting stability, protecting its citizens, and contributing to global peacekeeping efforts. ## Industries - 🏭 Aerospace and Defense _(under Heavy Industry and Engineering)_ - 🏭 Heavy Industry and Engineering ## Logos & icons - logo _(primary)_ — PNG, SVG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idgDN8GaGG/w/820/h/161/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1772203584498) ## Colors | Name | Hex | Theme | | --- | --- | --- | | Tall Poppy | #bd2426 | accent | | Tundora | #404040 | dark | | White | #ffffff | light | ## Fonts - var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-family ) — asset _(custom)_ - Poppins — asset _(google)_ ## Imagery - banner _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idgDN8GaGG/w/1500/h/500/idArTYJ7Oo.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1772203584771) --- _Source: _ _See [/llms.txt](/llms.txt) for a full list of agent-readable pages, and [/auth.md](/auth.md) for how agents authenticate._