World leaders swiftly extended congratulations to Donald Trump following his remarkable election victory over Kamala Harris, with financial markets also reacting positively.
Here’s a roundup of the first international reactions:
China: Focus on ‘Mutual Respect’
Without directly mentioning Trump, China’s foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning emphasized that China hopes to maintain “peaceful coexistence” with the United States. “We will continue to approach and handle China-US relations based on the principles of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation,” she said, adding that China respects the choice of the American people.
Russia: Awaiting ‘Concrete Steps’
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that Russia would withhold congratulations until they see “concrete steps” from the US leadership. He emphasized that the US remains an “unfriendly country” and that Russia will judge the outcome of the election based on future actions and statements from the American government.
Israel: A ‘New Beginning’ for Relations
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu heralded Trump’s victory as a “historic comeback,” signaling a fresh start for US-Israel relations. In a statement, Netanyahu expressed his excitement over the renewed partnership, calling it a “new beginning for America” and a powerful recommitment to the US-Israel alliance.
Ukraine: Hope for ‘Just Peace’
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky congratulated Trump, praising his “impressive victory” and expressing hope that his presidency would bring a “just peace” closer to Ukraine. Zelensky also highlighted Trump’s “peace through strength” approach as crucial to achieving global stability.
NATO: A Commitment to Strength
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte congratulated Trump, stating that his leadership would be key to maintaining the strength of the NATO alliance. Rutte expressed eagerness to work with Trump again to advance the cause of global peace through strength.
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Nigeria: Strengthening US-Nigeria Ties
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu also congratulated Trump, expressing a desire to strengthen the US-Nigeria relationship. Tinubu highlighted the shared goals of fostering economic cooperation, promoting peace, and addressing global challenges that affect both nations. He also congratulated the American people on their commitment to democracy.
European Union: ‘A Strong Transatlantic Agenda’
European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen congratulated Trump, calling for continued collaboration between the US and the EU. “We are bound by a true partnership between our people, uniting 800 million citizens,” she wrote, urging a renewed focus on a strong transatlantic agenda.
France: ‘Respect and Ambition’ for a New Relationship
French President Emmanuel Macron offered congratulations, expressing readiness to work with Trump with “respect and ambition.” Macron emphasized that the relationship between the two nations would be based on mutual convictions aimed at fostering peace and prosperity.
Germany: A ‘Reliable Ally’
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz congratulated Trump and reaffirmed Germany’s commitment to working with the United States for mutual prosperity and freedom. “We will continue to work together for the benefit of our citizens,” Scholz said.
Qatar: Promoting Security and Stability
Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani expressed his hope to continue working with Trump to promote security and stability in both the region and globally, especially given Qatar’s role in Middle Eastern diplomacy and hosting the largest US military base in the region.
Turkey: ‘My Friend’ Trump
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan congratulated “my friend Donald Trump,” expressing hope that the Trump administration would strengthen US-Turkey relations and help resolve global crises, particularly the Palestinian issue and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Egypt: Hope for Middle East Peace
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi congratulated Trump, emphasizing the hope that his return to the White House would help bring peace to the Middle East. Sisi expressed a desire for continued cooperation to uphold regional stability and strengthen the strategic partnership between the two nations.
India: ‘Heartiest Congratulations’
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Trump on his victory, expressing eagerness to renew collaboration with the United States. “Heartiest congratulations, my friend @realDonaldTrump,” Modi wrote on social media, praising Trump’s leadership and looking forward to building on the successes of his previous term.
South Korea: ‘Alliance to Shine Brighter’
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol congratulated Trump, noting that under his strong leadership, the US-South Korea alliance would shine brighter in the future. “I look forward to working closely with you,” Yoon said, expressing confidence in the continued strength of the partnership.
Italy: ‘Sincere Congratulations’
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni offered “sincere congratulations” to Trump, emphasizing the strong bond between Italy and the United States. “Italy and the United States are ‘sister’ nations, linked by an unshakeable alliance,” she said, expressing confidence that the strategic relationship would grow even stronger.
As global leaders respond, it’s clear that Trump’s election victory has sparked a range of reactions, with many nations eager to continue building on existing partnerships and addressing pressing global issues under his leadership.
