US EditionTrump to Meet with Colombian President in February
Trump and Petro discussed drug trafficking and Venezuela, with Petro citing over 700 extraditions to the U.S. and seeking dialogue to ease regional tensions.
- President Donald Trump plans to meet with Gustavo Petro, the President of Colombia, in February to discuss drug trafficking operations.
- Trump stated, "Cocaine and other drugs must be STOPPED from coming into the United States," emphasizing the need for action on drug exports.
- In 2023, Colombia produced 2,600 tons of cocaine, accounting for 70% of global production, with 84% of U.S. cocaine sourced from Colombia.
- Trump has suggested possible consequences for Petro's government if it does not address drug cartels, indicating a firm stance in the upcoming talks.
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President Trump Confirms Future Meeting With Gustavo Petro, Here's When * 100PercentFedUp.com * by Danielle
President Trump on Friday said he would meet with Colombian President Gustavo Petro during the first week of February. “I look forward to having a meeting with Gustavo Petro, the President of Colombia, in the White House, during the first week of February. I am sure it will work out very well for Colombia, and the U.S.A., but, cocaine and other drugs must be STOPPED from coming into the United States,” Trump said. Trump’s confirmation of the mee…
US President Donald Trump confirmed this Friday that he will receive his Colombian counterpart, Gustavo Petro, at the White House during the first week of February, after last Wednesday they held a telephone call to ease tensions following Washington's threats of eventual military intervention in Bogotá. "I am sure it will be very beneficial for Colombia and the United States, but it is necessary to prevent the entry of cocaine and other drugs i…
By GABRIELA MOLINA QUITO (AP) — US President Donald Trump confirmed Friday that he will meet with Colombian President Gustavo Petro early next month, but urged the South American leader to quickly stem the flow of cocaine into the United States. Following a phone call between the two leaders two days prior, Trump announced on social media that he “looks forward” to meeting with Petro at the White House “during the first week of February.” “I am …
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