https://wccftech.com/pokemon-go-receiving-new-friends-trading-and-gifting-features-here-are-the-details/

Probably the biggest moment in Pokemon GO is almost here as Niantic has announced new Friends, Trading and Gifting features.

Niantic, in an official announcement post has revealed that Friends, Trading and Gifting is coming to Pokemon GO. The Friends feature will be rolled out to Trainers later this week according to Niantic and will allow everyone to catch up on the progress of your real-life friends. Adding is as simple as sharing your Trainer Code with others and you’ll be done in no time. Once added, you’ll see everyone in your Friends List in Pokemon GO.