Colombian President Gustavo Petro Meets with President Trump at the White House
President Trump met with left-wing Colombian President Gustavo Petro at the White House on Tuesday to discuss drug trafficking and Venezuela's path forward after last month's U.S. raid captured strongman Nicolas Maduro.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro visited the White House for crucial talks with President Trump, focusing on addressing drug trafficking issues and discussing the future of Venezuela following the recent U.S. raid that targeted Nicolas Maduro.
During the meeting, Petro and Trump are reported to have delved into strategies for combating drug trafficking in the region and exploring potential diplomatic solutions for the crisis in Venezuela.
The discussions between the two leaders come at a time of heightened tensions in Latin America, with the capture of Maduro in last month's U.S. raid sparking concerns about the power vacuum in Venezuela.
Petro, known for his leftist policies, has been vocal about the need for international cooperation to tackle drug trafficking, and his visit to the White House signifies a diplomatic effort to address these pressing issues in the region.