Trump to receive Colombian president Gustavo Petro in Washington

In a post on social media, Trump said: "It was a great honor to speak with the President of Colombia, Gustavo Petro, who called to explain the situation of drugs and other disagreements that we have had. I appreciated his call and tone, and look forward to meeting him in the near future." Petro described the call, his first with Trump, as cordial.

Jan 9, 2026 - 07:00
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Trump to receive Colombian president Gustavo Petro in Washington
In a post on social media, Trump said: "It was a great honor to speak with the President of Colombia, Gustavo Petro, who called to explain the situation of drugs and other disagreements that we have had. I appreciated his call and tone, and look forward to meeting him in the near future." Petro described the call, his first with Trump, as cordial.

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