12,700 promotions

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As part of the celebrations for the 163rd anniversary of Dominican independence, a total of 12,700 members of the armed forces and the police have been given promotions. The breakdown was 7,200 members of the armed forces and 5,500 police force officers. The announcement was made by Major General Hector Antonio Lizardo Jorge. According to the General, only members who obtained the grades and the qualifications received promotions. Special mention was given to 100 members from each of the branches of the armed forces and the police.

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