**Trump’s Inauguration to Make History with Foreign Leaders in Attendance**
will mark a historic milestone, as it becomes the first presidential swearing-in ceremony attended by multiple foreign heads of state. A diverse array of high-profile dignitaries from around the world, including leaders and top officials, will join dozens of VIP guests to witness the event.
Many of the foreign leaders expected to participate hail from Latin America, reflecting Trump’s alliances with prominent anti-communist figures. Among the attendees is Argentine President Javier Milei, the first world leader to meet with Trump following his November election victory, who has been engaged in meetings across Washington. Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa and Paraguayan President Santiago Peña have also confirmed their attendance. Peña praised Trump’s foreign policy team, led by Sen. Marco Rubio, as a diplomatic boon for his country.
Trump also extended an invitation to Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele, though it remains uncertain if he will attend. Speculation about his participation increased after he shared a cryptic photo on social media. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, a close ideological ally, has confirmed her attendance, highlighting Trump's influence beyond the Western Hemisphere.
China’s Vice President Han Zheng and Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will represent their nations at the event. Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi declined Trump’s invitations, but their high-ranking officials will be the most senior Chinese and Indian representatives to ever attend an American inauguration. Jaishankar’s visit includes strategic meetings with his Australian and Japanese counterparts to discuss global affairs.
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, unable to secure legal permission to leave Brazil, will miss the ceremony despite his close relationship with Trump. His son, Eduardo Bolsonaro, is expected to attend and has already participated in pre-inauguration gatherings. Bolsonaro’s legal troubles prevented his travel after the Brazilian Supreme Federal Tribunal dismissed his request, citing insufficient proof of invitation despite his prior attendance at Milei’s inauguration.
Other notable figures on the guest list include Nigel Farage of the United Kingdom and Santiago Abascal, leader of Spain’s populist Vox party. Abascal shared a jubilant moment with Milei at a weekend reception, signaling the international camaraderie among conservative leaders.
Trump capped his pre-inaugural activities with a celebratory rally in Washington, DC, thanking supporters and previewing his plans for his second term. He promised immediate action to reverse Biden-era executive orders and pledged to dismantle federal policies promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. “You’re going to have a lot of fun watching television tomorrow,” Trump teased, vowing swift and bold changes in his first hours back in office.