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Countries Invited to Trump's Inauguration

Countries Invited to Trump's Inauguration

Next January 20th, the 47th president of the United States will be sworn in. For this purpose, several countries are invited to Donald Trump's inauguration.

Next January 20th, the 47th president of the United States will be sworn in. For this purpose, several countries are invited to Donald Trump’s inauguration.

Although traditionally heads of state are not usually invited to this type of ceremony, Trump invited several international leaders who share political and ideological affinities. Below, we present the countries and international figures invited to this important event.

Countries Invited to Trump’s Inauguration

Meanwhile, among the prominent names attending the inauguration of Donald Trump

are presidents, prime ministers, and right-wing political figures, who have accepted the invitation of the American tycoon:

  1. Javier Milei, President of Argentina: According to statements by the Argentine Presidential spokesperson, Manuel Adorni, Trump extended a formal invitation to the Argentine president. This gesture reinforces the relationship between both governments, united by a similar political vision.

  2. Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of Italy: Known for her leadership within the European right wing, Meloni will also be present at the ceremony.

  3. Nayib Bukele, President of El Salvador: The Salvadoran leader has confirmed his attendance, highlighting the importance of maintaining bilateral relations with the United States.

  4. Xi Jinping, President of China: In a surprising move, Trump invited the Chinese president. Although relations between the two countries have been tense in recent years, this invitation could be interpreted as an attempt at diplomatic rapprochement.

  5. Daniel Noboa, President of Ecuador: After participating in a presidential debate in his country, Noboa will travel to Washington to attend the event.

  6. Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, Spain: The leader of the Spanish conservative party accepted the invitation as a representative of the European Patriots movement.

  7. Viktor Orbán, Prime Minister of Hungary: Another prominent leader of the European right who will be present at the ceremony.

  8. Takeshi Iwaya, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan: He confirmed his attendance as part of the bilateral commitment between both countries.

  9. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Minister of Foreign Affairs of India: He will also attend on behalf of his country.

Was Mexico Invited to Trump’s Inauguration?

On the other hand, a notable aspect is the **absence of the government of Mexico

from the list of invitees.** During this Tuesday’s morning conference, the Mexican president, Claudia Sheinbaum

, confirmed that she will not attend the ceremony, as she did not receive an official invitation.