President Abinader Welcomes 30 Outstanding Dominican Students from Abroad

President Luis Abinader welcomed 30 high-achieving students of Dominican origin from abroad to the Palacio Nacional as part of the fourth edition of the ODEX (Orgullo Dominicano en el Exterior) program, aimed at strengthening their ties to the Dominican Republic. Source: eldiado

The Meeting

Abinader spoke with the students for about an hour, answering questions on topics such as education, poverty reduction, health, and transportation. He also shared his own political beginnings and future goals. Source: elcaribedr The president emphasized that the country always welcomes them: "Aquí siempre habrá un país que los va a estar esperando con sus puertas abiertas." Source: eldiado

The ODEX Program

The program includes a cultural and institutional tour covering museums, the Ciudad Colonial, the Congress, and other government buildings. Source: diariolibree The initiative is developed by the Instituto de Dominicanos y Dominicanas en el Exterior (INDEX). Source: elcaribedr

• The students come from diverse countries: Estados Unidos (various states), Puerto Rico, España, Italia, Inglaterra, Argentina, Chile, and Panamá. Source: eldiado
• The 2026 edition runs from July 20 to 25. Source: diariolibree