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‘Historic return’: World leaders praise Trump as he claims victory
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Former US president Donald Trump and his wife Melania addressing supporters in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Nov 6.
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WASHINGTON – World leaders congratulated Donald Trump on Nov 6, as he triumphed in a stunning US election victory
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, Singapore
“Congratulations @realDonaldTrump on being elected as the 47th president of the United States! I am confident that the US will continue to grow and lead globally. I look forward to taking our partnership to even greater heights. We hope to welcome you back to Singapore soon,” Mr Wong said in a post on social media platform X.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Britain
“As the closest of allies, we stand shoulder to shoulder in defence of our shared values of freedom, democracy and enterprise,” Mr Starmer said on X. “From growth and security to innovation and tech, I know that the UK-US special relationship will continue to prosper on both sides of the Atlantic for years to come.”
President Emmanuel Macron, France
“Congratulations, President @realDonaldTrump. Ready to work together as we did for four years. With your convictions and mine. With respect and ambition. For more peace and prosperity,” Mr Macron said on X.
Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Germany
“Germany and the USA have long been working together successfully to promote prosperity and freedom on both sides of the Atlantic. We will continue to do so for the benefit of our citizens,” Mr Scholz wrote on X.
President Ursula von der Leyen, European Commission
“I warmly congratulate Donald J. Trump. The EU and the US are more than just allies. We are bound by a true partnership between our people, uniting 800 million citizens. So let’s work together on a strong transatlantic agenda that keeps delivering for them,” Dr von der Leyen wrote on X.
Nato Secretary-General Mark Rutte
“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. I look forward to working with him again to advance peace through strength through Nato,” he said in a statement.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, 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,” Mr Netanyahu said on X
Ms Mao Ning, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman, China
“We will continue to approach and handle China-US relations based on the principles of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation,” Ms Mao said at a regular news briefing. “We respect the choice of the American people.”
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, Japan
“I want to bring the Japan-US alliance to a higher level, working closely with the incoming president Trump,” Mr Ishiba told reporters at the prime minister’s office. “I will endeavor to have contact with Trump as soon as possible.”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India
“Let’s work for the betterment of our people and to promote global peace, stability and prosperity,” Mr Modi said in a post on X.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Malaysia
“Congratulations to Donald J. Trump on his remarkable political comeback and victory in the US presidential election,” Datuk Seri Anwar said in a Facebook post. “This new chapter brings renewed opportunities, and we’re ready to move forward with optimism, collaboration and shared purpose.”
President Volodymyr Zelensky, 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,” Mr Zelensky said in a statement on social media.
Former president Dmitry Medvedev, Russia
“Trump has one useful quality for us: As a businessman to the core, he mortally dislikes spending money on various hangers-on and stupid hanger-on allies, on bad charity projects and on voracious international organisations,” Mr Medvedev, now a senior security official, posted on his official Telegram account.
Prime Minister Dick Schoof, The Netherlands
“I look forward to our close cooperation on the shared interests between the USA and the Netherlands,” said Mr Schoof.
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Italy
“Italy and the United States are ‘sister’ nations, linked by an unshakable alliance, common values and a historic friendship. It is a strategic bond which I am sure we will now strengthen even more,” the leader of the far-right Brothers of Italy party wrote on X.
President Tayyip Erdogan, Turkey
“I believe... more efforts will be given for a fairer world in this new era that began with the election by American people,” Mr Erdogan said in a post on X, adding he hoped regional wars would come to an end.
President Yoon Suk Yeol, South Korea
“Under your strong leadership, the future of the ROK-US alliance and America will shine brighter. Look forward to working closely with you,” Mr Yoon posted on X, referring to South Korea by its official acronym.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr, The Philippines
“I am hopeful that this unshakable alliance, tested in war and peace, will be a force of good that will blaze a path of prosperity and amity, in the region, and in both sides of the Pacific,” Mr Marcos said in a statement.
President Nayib Bukele, El Salvador
“Congratulations to the President-elect of the United States of America, @realDonaldTrump. May God bless and guide you,” Mr Bukele posted on X.
Prime Minister Viktor Orban, Hungary
“On the way to a beautiful victory,” Mr Orban said on Facebook. Mr Orban has openly endorsed Trump’s White House bid.
Mr Geert Wilders, Dutch politician
“CONGRATULATIONS PRESIDENT TRUMP! CONGRATULATIONS AMERICA! NEVER STOP, ALWAYS KEEP FIGHTING AND WIN ELECTIONS!” Mr Wilders said on X. REUTERS
