Joe Biden will arrive in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday night after an important conversation with Xi Jinping and his strong stance against Vladimir Putin. He authorized Ukraine to use long-range missiles against Russian troops, marking a contrast with Trump.
White House officials for Latin America see similarities with Obama's situation in 2016 in China, after Hillary Clinton's defeat by Trump. However, now the leaders already know Trump, which leads Biden to differentiate himself beyond protocol after their meeting at the White House.
The decision on the missiles is part of this strategy: while the State Department expects concessions from Trump to Russia, Biden seeks to oppose, especially after Putin's attack on Ukraine.
At the G20, Xi Jinping's centrality strengthens Trump's anti-Chinese critics, who seek to contrast his cold reception in Rio de Janeiro. Some presidents prefer to see Trump at Mar-a-Lago after the summit.
During conversations in Rio, all questions point to Trump, from predictions to contacts. Topics such as fentanyl are addressed, where Mexico stands out for its progress in the fight against this deadly drug. Sheinbaum's government is preparing a detailed report for Trump on its advancements.
