reactions in Italy and around the world

Published on: 07/11/2020 8:14 PM

World leaders congratulate Joe Biden on his victory in the US presidential election. From the President of the Republic Sergio Mattarella to German Chancellor Angela Merkel, here are the messages from heads of state and government, but also from party leaders, for the new American president.

MATTARELLA – The President of the Republic, Sergio Mattarella, sent the following message to the President-elect of the United States of America, Joe Biden: “I would like to express to you, on behalf of the Italian Republic and personally, the warmest congratulations on your election to the Presidency of The United States of America. The American people have entrusted to you, after a confrontation that had an extraordinary participation, the mandate to lead the United States in a dramatically complex moment for the entire planet. The international community has Need the contribution of The United States, for a long time a protagonist in the construction of the rules of multilateralism, to face an unprecedented crisis that is endangering the health, life and future of millions of people. “” Under your Presidency, I am sure, States The United States and Italy – and the entire European Union – will be able to further consolidate ties of deep and deep-rooted friendship, in the name of common values. unions of freedom, justice and democracy that unite them. that is consolidated in all areas, bilateral and multilateral, through a multiform collaboration – also favored by the extraordinary work of the great community of Italian origin – and aimed at promoting the values ​​of international security and stability, economic development and social progress , in a strongly transatlantic perspective. “” I hope that the next Italian Presidency of the G20 can concretely represent a new opportunity for the development of cooperation between Washington and Rome. I look forward to meeting you and again in the pleasant memory of our breakfast on the occasion of my first visit to Washington as Head of State, I send you and your family the warmest wishes for the fruitful discharge of your high mandate, “concludes the head of State.

COUNT – “Congratulations to the American people and their institutions for exceptional participation, democratic vitality. We are ready to work with President-elect Joe Biden to strengthen the transatlantic relationship. The United States can count on Italy as a strong ally and strategic partner,” he writes Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte in a tweet in English.

ZINGARETTI – “I immediately wanted to deliver the following congratulatory letter on behalf of all Italian Democrats to President-elect Biden through the Director of the External Relations Campaign and the presidential transition team with whom we have been in contact during these hours.” This was stated by the secretary of the Democratic Party Nicola Zingaretti. “Dear Mr. President, dear Joe – he writes – My sincerest congratulations on your election as President of the United States of America! The Italian Democratic Party family is deeply excited about your victory and at the same time moved by your tenacity and resilience. May you receive all the joy and support you deserve! Your example illuminates the darkness that characterizes this difficult period we are going through. Today we have learned that freedom and human rights are intimately intertwined with determination and truth. We trust that your wise leadership will address the challenges the pandemic poses for the entire planet, including its global economic and social consequences. The world needs more America! “” Today we welcome more America of dialogue, progress, freedom, opportunity and unity. We welcome the America’s ‘People First’, which can further strengthen the value of multilateralism and cooperation. international operation. welcome to an America that builds new bridges together with Europe. Only united we can guarantee everyone a Covid-19 vaccine, we will mitigate the effect of climate change, we will make our families, our cities, our countries, safer and more prosperous. Only together will we be on the right path indicated by the United Nations and save our planet by 2030. Only together can we overcome uncertainty and create a better future for all. God bless America! “.

CRIMES – “Congratulations to the new president of the United States of America, Joe Biden. I am convinced that sincere friendship, founded on the principles of democracy and freedom and which has always united Italy and the United States, will continue to be strong,” he wrote in Twitter Vito Crimi, political leader of the M5S.

Merkel – Congratulations to Joe Bide from German Chancellor Angela Merkel. “The American people have chosen,” Merkel wrote through her spokesperson, wishing the president-elect “success” and congratulating Kamala Harris, her country’s first vice president-elect. “I am looking forward to working together in the future,” writes Merkel. “Our transatlantic friendship is irreplaceable if we want to face the great challenges of our time.”

JOHNSON – “Congratulations to Joe Biden on being elected President of the United States and Kamala Harris for his historic milestone,” tweeted British Minister Boris Johnson, adding: “The United States is our most important ally and I look forward to working closely with contact on our priorities. shared, from climate change to trade and security ”.

MACRON – “The Americans have elected their president. Congratulations to Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. We have a lot to do to overcome today’s challenges. Let us work together,” French President Emmanuel Macron tweeted.

STOLTENBERG – “American leadership is more important than ever in an unpredictable world and I look forward to working closely with President-elect Joe Biden, Vice President-elect Kamala Harris, and the new administration to further strengthen the link between North America and Europe.” says NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, stressing that “a strong Alliance is good for North America and for Europe.”