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LONDON (Reuters) – Democrat Joe Biden took over as president of the United States on Saturday when voters narrowly rejected the tumultuous leadership of Republican President Donald Trump and accepted Biden’s promise to fight the coronavirus pandemic and fix the economy in a hurry. divided nation.
Below are reactions from world leaders: (statements or tweets unless otherwise noted)
CANADIAN PRIME MINISTER JUSTIN TRUDEAU
“On behalf of the Government of Canada, I congratulate Joe Biden and Kamala Harris on their election as the next President and Vice President of the United States of America. Canada and the United States enjoy an extraordinary relationship, unique in the world. Stage.”
“I look forward to working with President-elect Biden, Vice President-elect Harris, their administration, and the United States Congress as we tackle the world’s greatest challenges together.”
GERMAN CHANCELLOR ANGELA MERKEL
“I look forward to future cooperation with President Biden. Our transatlantic friendship is irreplaceable if we are to overcome the great challenges of our time.”
GERMAN FOREIGN MINISTER HEIKO MAAS
“We look forward to working with the next US administration. We want to invest in our cooperation, for a transatlantic restart and a New Deal.”
BRITISH PRIME MINISTER BORIS JOHNSON
“Congratulations to Joe Biden on his election as President of the United States and to Kamala Harris on his historic achievement.
“The United States is our most important ally and I look forward to working closely on our shared priorities, from climate change to trade and security.”
FRENCH PRESIDENT EMMANUEL MACRON
“Americans have elected their president. Congratulations @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris! We have a lot to do to overcome today’s challenges. Let’s work together!”
INDIAN PRIME MINISTER NARENDRA MODI
“Congratulations @JoeBiden on your spectacular victory! As Vice President, your contribution to strengthening Indo-US relations was critical and invaluable. I look forward to working closely once again to take US-India relations to greater heights. “.
INDIAN PRIME MINISTER NARENDRA MODI, IN KAMALA HARRIS
“Congratulations from the bottom of my heart @KamalaHarris! Your success is groundbreaking and a source of immense pride not only for your Chittis, but also for all Indian Americans.” in his speech accepting the Democratic Party nomination for vice president.
PRIME MINISTER OF PAKISTANI IMRAN KHAN
“Congratulations @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris. We look forward to President-elect Biden’s Global Summit on Democracy and working with him to end illegal tax havens and the secrecy of the nation’s wealth by corrupt leaders. We will also continue to work with EE. For peace in Afghanistan and the region. ”
PRESIDENT OF THE COMMISSION OF THE EUROPEAN UNION URSULA VON DER LEYEN
“I warmly congratulate Mr. Joe Biden on his victory in the US presidential election and I look forward to meeting him as soon as possible.”
“The European Union and the United States are friends and allies, our citizens share the deepest bonds … As the world continues to change and new challenges and opportunities emerge, our renewed partnership will be of particular importance.”
IRISH PRIME MINISTER MICHEAL MARTIN
“I offer my sincere congratulations to Joe Biden on his election as the 46th President of the United States. Ireland is proud of the election of Joe Biden, just as we are proud of all generations of Irish men and women and their ancestors. Whose work and genius have enriched the diversity that drives America. “
POLISH PRESIDENT ANDRZEJ DOUBT
“Congratulations to @JoeBiden on a successful presidential campaign. While we await the Electoral College nomination, Poland is determined to maintain the high-quality, high-level PL-US strategic partnership for an even stronger alliance.”
UKRAINIAN PRESIDENT VOLODYMYR ZELENSKIY
“Congratulations to @JoeBiden @KamalaHarris! Ukraine is optimistic about the future of the strategic partnership with the United States. Ukraine and the United States have always collaborated on security, trade, investment, democracy, fight against corruption. Our friendship grows more strong! ”
DUTCH PRIME MINISTER MARK RUTTE
“On behalf of the Dutch cabinet, I would like to congratulate @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris on their electoral victory after a close contest. I look forward to continuing the strong bond between our countries and I look forward to speaking with him on these matters soon.”
NORWAY’S PRIME MINISTER ERNA SOLBERG
“On behalf of the Norwegian government, I congratulate Joe Biden on his electoral victory. The United States is Norway’s most important ally and we work closely together in many areas.
“The world needs American leadership to solve major global challenges. We look forward to cooperating with the Biden administration in the United Nations Security Council and in efforts to combat the coronavirus pandemic and climate change.”
PETER BEYER, TRANSATLANTIC COORDINATOR OF THE GERMAN GOVERNMENT, TOLD REUTERS
“We will have a president of the United States who is interested in Europe and does not want to confront us.”
PRIME MINISTER OF SPAIN PEDRO SANCHEZ
“The American people have elected the 46th President of the United States. Congratulations @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris. We wish you good luck and all the best. We look forward to cooperating with you to meet the challenges that lie ahead,” he said. .
MINISTER OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS OF SPAIN ARANCHA GONZALEZ LAYA
“Record of citizen participation, strong institutions and a president-elect @JoeBiden with a first woman to serve as vice president @KamalaHarris. We look forward to working together.”
GREEK PRIME MINISTER KYRIAKOS MITSOTAKIS
“Congratulations to the President-elect of the United States, @JoeBiden. Joe Biden has been a true friend of Greece and I am sure that under his presidency the relationship between our countries will become even stronger.”
(This story corrects the second reference to the Indian Prime Minister)
(Report from Reuters offices; compiled by Frances Kerry)
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