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PARIS (AFP, REUTERS) – Political leaders from around the world swiftly congratulated Joe Biden after US networks declared him the winner of the bitter White House race for President Donald Trump.
As crowds took to the streets of Washington and other cities in exuberant celebration and former US President Barack Obama hailed Biden’s victory as “decisive” and “historic,” these are some of the early reactions from political figures around the world. :
Prime Minister of Japan Yoshihide Suga
“Warm congratulations to @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris. I look forward to working with you to further strengthen the Japan-United States Alliance and ensure peace, freedom and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region and beyond. “
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 on 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 want 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 the current challenges. Let’s work together!”
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi
“Congratulations @JoeBiden on your spectacular win! As Vice President, his contribution to strengthening Indo-US relations was critical and invaluable. I look forward to working closely once again to take the US-Indian relations to greater heights. “
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Kamala Harris
“Heartfelt congratulations @KamalaHarris! His success is groundbreaking and a source of immense pride not only for his Chittis, but also for all American Indians. I am confident that the vibrant ties between India and the United States will be further strengthened with your support and leadership. “
Chittis is the Tamil word for “aunts” that Harris used in his speech when accepting the Democratic Party nomination for vice president.
Prime Minister of Pakistan 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 stealth of the nation’s wealth by corrupt leaders. We will also continue to work with the United States 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 choice 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 Duda
“Congratulations to @JoeBiden on a successful presidential campaign. While we await the Electoral College’s nomination, Poland is determined to maintain the high-quality, high-level PL-US strategic partnership for an even stronger alliance. “
President of Ukraine, 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, fighting corruption. Our friendship grows stronger! “
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 hope to continue the strong bond between our countries and I look forward to speaking with him about these matters soon.
Norwegian 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 the 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
“We will have a president of the United States who is interested in Europe and does not want to confront us.”
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez
“The American people have elected the 46th president of the United States. Congratulations @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris. We wish you the best of luck and all the best. We look forward to cooperating with you to address the challenges that lie ahead, ”he said.
Spanish Chancellor Arancha González Laya
“Record citizen participation, strong institutions and a president-elect @JoeBiden with a first woman to serve as vice president @KamalaHarris. Looking forward to working together “
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis
“Congratulations to US President-elect @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 ”.
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