Trump and Colombia’s Petro to Meet at White House After Tensions. US President Donald Trump says he plans to meet Colombian President Gustavo Petro at the White House “in the near future,” following a surprisingly cordial phone call between the two leaders this week - According to BBC. Trump described the conversation as a “great honor,” saying Petro called to discuss disputes — including drug-trafficking issues — and praised the tone of the exchange. Arrangements for the Washington meeting are underway, though no date has been set yet. The invitation marks a sharp turnaround in relations after Trump’s recent harsh rhetoric toward Petro, including accusing him of enabling cocaine exports and threatening military action, comments that alarmed Bogotá. Petro, Colombia’s left-wing leader, has pushed for restored dialogue and defended his record on fighting drug trafficking, even as protests have erupted at home over US pressure.