After Donald Trump claimed victory over Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris in the U.S. presidential election, world leaders from various countries expressed their congratulations.
Here are some key messages from international leaders:
Volodymyr Zelenskiy, President of Ukraine
“I appreciate President Trump’s commitment to the ‘peace through strength’ approach in global affairs. This is exactly the principle that can practically bring just peace in Ukraine closer,” said Zelenskiy on X.
Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of Israel
“Congratulations on history’s greatest comeback! Your historic return to the White House offers a new beginning for America and a powerful recommitment to the great alliance between Israel and America. This is a huge victory! In true friendship,” Netanyahu wrote on X.
Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India
“Heartiest congratulations my friend…on your historic election victory. As you build on the successes of your previous term, I look forward to renewing our collaboration to further strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership,” Modi said on X.
Emmanuel Macron, President of France
“Congratulations, President Donald Trump. Ready to work together just as we knew how to do during four years. With your convictions and with mine. With respect and ambition. For more peace and prosperity,” Macron wrote on X.
Shigeru Ishiba, Prime Minister of Japan
“I would like to offer my sincere congratulations on Mr. Trump’s victory, and also pay my respects to the democratic choice of the American people,” Ishiba told reporters. “From now on, I would like to work closely with Mr. Trump, who will become the next president, to bring the Japan-U.S. alliance and Japan-U.S. relations to a higher level.”
Tayyip Erdogan, President of Turkey
“I congratulate my friend Donald Trump, who was elected U.S. President once again after a big fight in the presidential elections. In this new era that will start with the choice of the American people, I hope for Turkish-American ties to strengthen,” Erdogan said. He also expressed hopes for regional peace, especially in relation to Palestine and the Russia-Ukraine war.
Olaf Scholz, German Chancellor
“I congratulate Donald Trump on his election as US President. Germany and the U.S. have for a long time successfully worked together to promote prosperity and freedom on both sides of the Atlantic,” said Scholz on X.
Keir Starmer, British Prime Minister
“Congratulations President-elect Trump on your historic election victory. I look forward to working with you in the years ahead. As the closest of allies, we stand shoulder to shoulder in defense of our shared values of freedom, democracy and enterprise.”
Mark Rutte, Secretary-General of NATO
“I just congratulated Donald Trump on his election as President of the United States. His leadership will again be key to keeping our Alliance strong,” Rutte posted on X.
Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of Italy
“Most sincere congratulations to President Trump. Italy and the United States have an unshakeable alliance, and I am certain we will now strengthen it further,” Meloni wrote on X.
Pedro Sanchez, Spanish Prime Minister
“Congratulations @realDonaldTrump on your victory and your election as the 47th President of the US. We will work on our strategic bilateral relations and on a strong transatlantic partnership,” Sanchez said on X.
Ursula von der Leyen, EU Commission President
“I warmly congratulate Donald J. Trump on his election as the 47th President of the United States of America. I look forward to working with President Trump again to advance a strong transatlantic agenda,” von der Leyen said.
Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, President of Egypt
“I congratulate President-Elect Donald Trump for his win. I look forward to establishing peace, maintaining regional stability, and strengthening ties between Egypt and the United States,” said al-Sisi.
Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister of Australia
“The United States has long played a leadership role in the stability and security of the Indo-Pacific. Australia will strive to strengthen cooperation between our two nations in the region,” Albanese stated.
Ferdinand Marcos Jr., President of the Philippines
“President Trump has won, and the American people triumphed. Congratulations to them for this victory, showing the strength of American values,” Marcos said.
Dmitry Medvedev, Former Russian President
“Trump has one useful quality for us: as a businessman to the core, he mortally dislikes spending money on various hangers-on and bad charity projects,” Medvedev posted on Telegram.
Abiy Ahmed, Prime Minister of Ethiopia
“Congratulations to President Donald Trump on your election victory and comeback. I look forward to strengthening the relationship between our two countries during your term,” Abiy wrote on X.
Donald Tusk, Polish Prime Minister
“Congratulations to Donald Trump on winning the election. I look forward to our cooperation for the good of the American and Polish nations,” Tusk posted on X.
Yoon Suk Yeol, President of South Korea
“Congratulations to @realDonaldTrump! Under your strong leadership, the future of the ROK-U.S. alliance and America will shine brighter,” said Yoon.
Javier Milei, President of Argentina
“Congratulations on your formidable electoral victory. Now, Make America Great Again. You know you can count on Argentina,” Milei posted on X.
Dick Schoof, Dutch Prime Minister
“Congratulations to @realDonaldTrump on winning the presidential election. The United States is an important ally for the Netherlands, both bilaterally and in international contexts such as NATO,” Schoof said on X.
Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of Pakistan
“Congratulations to President-elect Donald Trump on his historic victory! I look forward to working closely with the incoming Administration to further strengthen and broaden the Pakistan-U.S. partnership,” Sharif wrote on X.
Karl Nehammer, Austrian Chancellor
“Congratulations to @realDonaldTrump on the election victory. The United States is an important strategic partner for Austria. We look forward to expanding our transatlantic relations,” Nehammer said.
Viktor Orban, Hungarian Prime Minister
“The biggest comeback in US political history! Congratulations to President @realDonaldTrump on his enormous win. A much-needed victory for the World!” Orban posted on X.
Petr Fiala, Czech Prime Minister
“Congratulations to Donald Trump on winning the presidential election. We aim to ensure that relations between our countries remain at the highest level,” Fiala said on X.
Marcel Ciolacu, Prime Minister of Romania
“Congratulations to President @realDonaldTrump on this historic victory! Romania stands ready to work together to enhance our Strategic Partnership,” Ciolacu wrote on X.
Ulf Kristersson, Prime Minister of Sweden
“I congratulate Donald Trump on being elected the next president of the United States. I look forward to working together and continuing the excellent U.S.-Sweden relations,” said Kristersson.
Jonas Gahr Stoere, Prime Minister of Norway
“I would like to congratulate Donald Trump on his victory in the U.S. presidential election. The U.S. is Norway’s most important ally, and we look forward to continuing our cooperation with the U.S.,” Stoere said.
Mette Frederiksen, Prime Minister of Denmark
“Congratulations to Donald Trump on the election. The United States is our most important ally. We must continue to strengthen the transatlantic bond,” Frederiksen wrote on X.
Nayib Bukele, President of El Salvador
“Congratulations to the President-Elect of the United States of America, @realDonaldTrump. May God bless and guide you,” Bukele posted on X.
