Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Call with President-Elect Sebastian Piñera of Chile

THE WHITE HOUSE

Office of the Press Secretary

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 3, 2018

President Donald J. Trump spoke today with President-elect Sebastián Piñera of Chile to congratulate him on his victory in the Chilean presidential runoff election.  President Trump emphasized his desire to work closely with President-elect Piñera on issues of mutual interest.  The two leaders also discussed the deteriorating situation in Venezuela and their desire to see democracy restored for the Venezuelan people.