United States President Donald Trump has accepted an official invitation from Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to visit Italy in the near future. The White House confirmed the development on Friday, following a bilateral meeting between the two leaders held at the White House on Thursday.

“President Trump accepted Prime Minister Meloni's invitation to pay an official visit to Italy in the very near future,” the White House said in a statement. The administration also noted that a broader meeting involving both the United States and Europe could take place during the same visit.

The announcement highlights deepening diplomatic ties between Washington and Rome, as both leaders continue discussions on trade, security, and transatlantic cooperation. The upcoming visit is expected to include high-level talks that may shape future US-EU relations.

During Thursday’s meeting, President Trump expressed confidence that the United States will be able to finalize a trade agreement with the European Union within the 90-day suspension of reciprocal tariffs. The temporary pause was designed to give both sides space to negotiate terms and avoid further economic friction.

The White House did not specify the exact dates for Trump’s visit but emphasized that planning is underway and the trip will take place soon. Officials suggested that the proposed US-EU session during the visit would aim to advance cooperative frameworks on economic and geopolitical issues.

President Trump and Prime Minister Meloni have maintained close ties in recent months, particularly as both leaders emphasize sovereignty, trade reform, and stronger control over immigration. The upcoming visit is likely to underscore those shared policy priorities while also addressing broader regional concerns.

As preparations begin for the president’s official trip, diplomatic observers will be watching for further announcements regarding the potential US-EU meeting and progress on trade discussions. Trump’s confidence in securing a deal may signal accelerated negotiations ahead of the tariff pause expiration deadline.