WASHINGTON – U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that arrangements are being made for a meeting with Colombian President Gustavo Petro at the White House in Washington. The announcement follows a telephone conversation between the two leaders.
In a message posted on Truth Social, Trump said that Petro called him “to explain the situation regarding drugs and other disagreements we have had.” Trump added that he greatly appreciated both the phone call and Petro’s tone during the conversation, and said he is looking forward to meeting the Colombian president in person.
The development marks a notable shift in tone between the two countries. Just days earlier, Trump had threatened military action against the South American nation amid rising tensions linked to drug trafficking and broader policy disagreements.
No date for the meeting has yet been announced, and neither side has released further details about the agenda. The planned talks are expected to focus on drug policy, bilateral relations, and efforts to ease tensions following recent statements from Washington.
The announcement suggests a move toward diplomatic engagement after a period of sharp rhetoric, as both governments appear to be seeking dialogue to address ongoing disputes.