President Donald Trump expressed his enthusiasm on Saturday for the upcoming meeting with Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele, scheduled for today at the White House. The visit marks the first time Trump will host a Latin American leader at the presidential residence since his return to office in January, underscoring the significance of El Salvador in his foreign policy agenda.

“I’m looking forward to seeing President Bukele of El Salvador on Monday!” Trump wrote on his social media platform, Truth Social. He praised Bukele’s “generosity” in cooperating on immigration matters, particularly in housing individuals accused of gang affiliation in El Salvador’s high-security prison, Cecot, following their expulsion from the United States.

Trump emphasized that both nations are “working closely to eradicate terrorist organizations and build a future of prosperity,” adding that “these barbarians are now under the exclusive custody of El Salvador, a proud and sovereign nation, and their future depends on President B and his government.”

The warm tone of Trump’s remarks reflects a deepening partnership between Washington and San Salvador. The bilateral cooperation on security and migration has included a shared commitment to confront international criminal groups and a reported $6 million support package from the U.S. as part of the broader enforcement initiative.

Bukele’s upcoming visit is expected to further strengthen ties between the two countries. With Trump signaling a willingness to comply with recent Supreme Court rulings, including one involving a mistakenly deported Salvadoran resident, Monday’s meeting could also offer a platform for renewed dialogue on the legal and humanitarian dimensions of migration.

As both leaders prepare to meet, the moment marks a reaffirmation of the positive and evolving relationship between the United States and El Salvador—a partnership rooted in shared goals of security, sovereignty, and mutual respect.