 "Prime Minister Narendra Modi with former US president Donald Trump. Image courtesy @narendramodi")
On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined a host of world leaders on X, congratulating former US President Donald Trump on his remarkable victory against all odds. Trump clinched a stunning second term in the White House, overcoming Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee, in a fierce battle for the presidency.
“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. Together, let’s work for the betterment of our people and to promote global peace, stability and prosperity,” said Prime Minister Modi.
French President Emmanuel Macron was among the first to extend his congratulations to Donald Trump, despite the growing apprehension across Europe about what a second term for Trump might mean for the continent. Yet, Macron remained focused on the future, expressing his willingness to continue the collaboration that had defined the past four years. “Congratulations, President Donald Trump. Ready to work together as we have done for four years,” he remarked with a spirit of diplomatic resolve.
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More ShortsIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, joined by his wife Sara, extended heartfelt congratulations to the soon-to-be 47th President of the United States. With Israel is passing through an unprecedented wave of challenges, both internally and on multiple fronts, US support has never been more crucial. “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,” the Israeli first couple shared on X signifying the enduring strength of this important partnership.
Referring to Italy and the United States as “sister” nations, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni took to X to offer her heartfelt congratulations to Trump on his stunning victory, celebrating the triumph of a bond that transcends borders and unites their shared values.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy extended his congratulations to Trump on his “impressive election victory,” expressing hope for continued unwavering support from the United States. This comes at a time when Ukraine has endured three years of relentless aggression from Russia, with Zelenskyy emphasising the vital importance of steadfast international solidarity in the face of such ongoing adversity.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer also joined other global leaders to congratulate the US President-elect.
Describing Australians and Americans as “great friends and true allies,” Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expressed his eagerness to collaborate closely with the newly elected US president. Canberra has even greater incentive to nurture strong ties with the US, especially in light of the AUKUS partnership established during the Biden presidency.
Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan hoped that the “Turkey-US relations will strengthen” in the second Trump presidency and that “the Palestinian issue and the Russia-Ukraine war, will come to an end”.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in his congratulatory message expressed hope that there would be “prosperity and freedom on both sides of the Atlantic” during the second edition of the Trump presidency.
Fully aware that the bloc must navigate carefully with Trump at the helm of the White House next year, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte expressed anticipation for strengthening ties with the US, despite the discomfort stirred by statements from the President-elect during his campaign trail, which likely unsettled the predominantly European security alliance.
“The Maldives and the United States share a strong partnership based on mutual respect, goodwill, and understanding,” said Maldives’ President Mohamed Muizzu.