🕊️ Petro–Trump Talks Mark a Surprising Thaw in US–Colombia Relations 🇨🇴🇺🇸
In a meeting many didn’t expect to go this smoothly, Colombian President Gustavo Petro and US President Donald Trump struck a notably positive tone at the White House 🤝✨.
🔹 “Optimistic and constructive” — that’s how Petro described his first in-person meeting with Trump
🔹 Trump echoed the sentiment, saying they “got along very well” and even called Petro “terrific” 😮
🔹 Both leaders agreed to work together against drug trafficking, especially along the Colombia–Venezuela border 🚫💊
🔹 Petro stressed that the real drug kingpins aren’t in Colombia, claiming top bosses operate out of Dubai, Madrid, and Miami 🌍🕵️♂️
🔹 He revealed he handed Trump a list of names, calling for global intelligence coordination 📄🔍
Despite past tensions — including Petro’s criticism of US immigration policies and Trump’s earlier military threats — the meeting signaled a possible reset 🔄.
⚡ Key takeaways:
Shared talk of a “love of freedom” 🗽
Agreement that sanctions are not the solution ❌📉
Discussion of energy cooperation and cleaner power options ⚡🌱
The US indicated it would support Colombia against rebel groups, including those operating out of Venezuela 🪖
Petro even walked away with a red MAGA hat 🎩 — a symbolic moment suggesting eased tensions and unexpected chemistry.
📌 Bottom line: While differences remain, both leaders hinted at a long-term pact that could reshape cooperation on security, drugs, energy, and regional stability.
🌎 A cautious but meaningful step toward a new chapter in US–Latin America relations.
