• Trump hosted Honduran President Nasry Asfura at Mar-a-Lago.
• The leaders discussed security cooperation against drug trafficking.
• Trump claimed his endorsement helped Asfura win the presidency.
• Asfura's election highlights a shift towards conservative leadership in Latin America.

U.S. President Donald Trump met with newly elected Honduran President Nasry Asfura on Saturday at Mar-a-Lago, the Florida estate of the former president. This meeting marked Trump’s first face-to-face interaction with Asfura since endorsing him during his successful presidential campaign amidst accusations of foreign interference in Honduras's electoral process, according to Reuters and AA.

During the meeting, Trump praised Asfura, stating they share "many of the same America First Values" and emphasized a strong partnership focused on tackling "dangerous Cartels and Drug Traffickers, and deporting Illegal Migrants and Gang Members out of the United States." He also mentioned investment and trade discussions between the two nations, as reported by Al Jazeera and AA.

Trump further stressed that his endorsement was pivotal in Asfura's electoral success, declaring, "Once I gave him my strong Endorsement, he won his Election!" This highlights his significant influence over Honduran politics and signifies a continued close relationship between the U.S. and Honduras following Asfura's inauguration last week, according to Reuters and Al Jazeera.

Asfura's administration aligns with a regional shift towards conservative governance in Latin America, following similar political changes in countries like Chile and Argentina. His recent engagements with U.S. officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, have already suggested a closer alliance focusing on issues like trade and aid, according to Al Jazeera.