El Salvador’s pro-Bitcoin President Nayib Bukele has hinted at a possible visit to the White House to meet US President Donald Trump. While no official details have been revealed, this meeting could bring the two pro-Bitcoin leaders closer. With both leaders backing Bitcoin in their ways, could this visit shape the future of crypto-friendly policies?
Bukele Hints at White House Visit
In a recent tweet, President Bukele responded to reports that Trump might invite him to Washington. Instead of a formal reply, he took a lighthearted approach, confirming his willingness to visit while joking about bringing “several cans of Diet Coke” for Trump, referencing Trump’s favorite beverage.
The two leaders already have a friendly relationship. They reportedly spoke after Trump’s inauguration, and Trump later thanked Bukele for his cooperation on US border security matters.
If it happens, Bukele would be the first Western Hemisphere leader to meet Trump at the White House during his current term.
Could Bitcoin Be a Key Topic?
As speculation about the meeting grows, many in the crypto world believe Bitcoin could be an important topic of discussion. Both Bukele and Trump have openly supported Bitcoin, though they have taken different approaches.
Bukele has been a strong advocate for Bitcoin, making history in 2021 by turning El Salvador into the first country to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender. Since then, the country has built a national Bitcoin reserve, holding 6,129 BTC, worth around $514 million. This move positioned El Salvador as a pioneer in Bitcoin adoption.
Trump, on the other hand, recently made headlines by signing an executive order to create a US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. His administration plans to expand the country’s Bitcoin holdings without using additional taxpayer funds.
Strengthening US-El Salvador Relations
The potential White House visit follows El Salvador’s cooperation with the US in accepting deported Venezuelan gang members. Bukele’s firm stance on crime has significantly reduced violence in his country, earning him both praise and criticism worldwide.
With Bitcoin and diplomacy possibly on the agenda, Bukele’s visit could mark a new chapter in US-El Salvador relations. The world will be watching to see how this meeting goes.
