Colombian President Petro said on the 7th that he had a call with US President Trump that day. The two sides exchanged views on topics such as bilateral relations, the fight against drug trafficking, and the situation in Venezuela. At a large-scale demonstration held at Plaza Bolivar in the capital Bogotá, Petro said that during the call, he proposed the restoration of direct communication mechanisms between the heads of state and diplomatic departments of the two countries. Regarding the fight against drug trafficking, Petro stressed that the Colombian government's voluntary alternative planting model is more effective than forced elimination. Also, according to a statement issued by the Colombian Embassy in the US on the 7th, the Colombian side welcomed the “constructive tone” of this call. Through established diplomatic channels, the two sides are advancing relevant arrangements for the two presidents to meet in Washington.

Colombian President Petro said on the 7th that he had a call with US President Trump that day. The two sides exchanged views on topics such as bilateral relations, the fight against drug trafficking, and the situation in Venezuela. At a large-scale demonstration held at Plaza Bolivar in the capital Bogotá, Petro said that during the call, he proposed the restoration of direct communication mechanisms between the heads of state and diplomatic departments of the two countries. Regarding the fight against drug trafficking, Petro stressed that the Colombian government's voluntary alternative planting model is more effective than forced elimination. Also, according to a statement issued by the Colombian Embassy in the US on the 7th, the Colombian side welcomed the “constructive tone” of this call. Through established diplomatic channels, the two sides are advancing relevant arrangements for the two presidents to meet in Washington.