Ankara, July 8 (EFE).- Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said on Wednesday that he spoke with US President Donald Trump «without tension» and in «absolute cordiality» on the sidelines of the NATO summit, despite Trump’s earlier criticism of Spain and threat to cut trade ties with the country.
Speaking at a press conference after the summit, Sánchez said he had held an informal conversation with Trump just hours after the US president described Spain as «a wasted cause,» called Spaniards «hopeless, bad people,» and threatened to cut all trade ties.
Despite those remarks, Sánchez said their exchange consisted only of «kind words and pleasantries.»
He said the two discussed the FIFA World Cup being hosted by the United States, as well as other informal topics, including golf, which Sánchez noted is one of Trump’s favorite sports.
According to the Spanish prime minister, the conversation took place while leaders were waiting to pose for the traditional family photo at the summit.
