This morning, in the Vatican Apostolic Palace, the President of the Dominican Republic, His Excellency Mr. Luis Rodolfo Abinader Corona, was received in audience by the Holy Father Francis. He subsequently met with His Eminence Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin, accompanied by His Excellency Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations.

During the cordial discussions, which took place at the Secretariat of State, appreciation was expressed for the good bilateral relations and the will to strengthen them further. The parties focused on the valuable contribution offered to the country by the Church, especially in the educational field, as well as in the domain of charity.

The conversation then turned to various themes of reciprocal interest, such as migration and the regional situation, renewing the mutual commitment to promote the common good of the Dominican population.

From the Vatican, 27 May 2024