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.