(Paris) Many foreign leaders, as well as the head of NATO, congratulated Donald Trump on Wednesday after he claimed victory in the American presidential election, without waiting for the results to be made official.
Posted at 3:47 a.m.
Updated at 5:08 a.m.
France
The President of the French Republic Emmanuel Macron congratulated Donald Trump in a message on X and said he was “ready to work together […] With your beliefs and with mine. With respect and ambition. For more peace and prosperity.”
“We will work for a more united, stronger, more sovereign Europe in this new context. By cooperating with the United States and defending our interests and values,” he added.
Germany
Chancellor Olaf Scholz sent his congratulations to Donald Trump, ensuring he wanted to work alongside the United States “to promote prosperity and freedom”.
“Together, Germany and the United States have a long and successful history of working together to promote prosperity and freedom on both sides of the Atlantic. We will continue to do so for the good of our fellow citizens,” the Chancellor said on X.
United Kingdom
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer congratulated Donald Trump on his “historic election victory”.
“As our closest allies, we stand side by side in defense of our shared values of freedom, democracy and free enterprise,” the Labor leader said in a statement.
Italy
Italian head of government Giorgia Meloni on Wednesday praised the “unshakeable” alliance between Italy and the United States, congratulating “president-elect Donald Trump” on X.
“On my behalf and on behalf of the Italian government, the most sincere congratulations to President-elect of the United States Donald Trump. Italy and the United States are “sister” nations linked by an unshakeable alliance, common values and historic friendship. It is a strategic link that I am convinced we will further strengthen,” she wrote.
European Union
The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, sent her “warm” congratulations to Donald Trump and reaffirmed the importance of the European and American “partnership between the people”, imitated shortly after by the President of the European Council Charles Michel.
“The EU looks forward to continuing its constructive cooperation” with the United States, noted the latter on the same social network.
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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte congratulated Donald Trump and promised to keep the Alliance united.
“His leadership will once again be a key element in keeping our Alliance strong. I look forward to working with him again to advance peace by strengthening NATO,” he said in a statement.
Russia
The Kremlin said it would judge a new Donald Trump presidency on “his actions,” specifying that Russian President Vladimir Putin had not planned to congratulate him.
Spain
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez congratulated Donald Trump on X, promising to work towards “a strong transatlantic partnership”.
“Congratulations on your victory and your election as 47e president of the United States. We will work on our bilateral strategic relations and for a strong transatlantic partnership,” wrote the socialist head of government.
Poland
“Congratulations, Mr. President Donald Trump! You did it! », wrote Polish President Andrzej Duda on X.
Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky congratulated Donald Trump on his “impressive victory” and said he hoped the latter would help Ukraine achieve a “just peace”.
“I appreciate President Trump’s commitment to the ‘peace through strength’ approach to world affairs. This is exactly the principle that can concretely bring Ukraine closer to a just peace,” he responded.
Türkiye
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan welcomed the victory of his “friend” Donald Trump.
“We hope that relations between Turkey and the United States will strengthen and that regional and global crises and wars, especially the Palestinian issue and the war between Russia and Ukraine, will end,” M wrote . Erdogan on
Greece
“Congratulations to Donald Trump on his victory,” Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis wrote on X. “Greece looks forward to deepening the strategic partnership that binds our two countries,” he added.
Portugal
“Congratulations, President Donald Trump,” Portuguese Prime Minister Luis Montenegro wrote on X, who pledges to work with him “in close collaboration, in the spirit of the long and strong relationship between Portugal and the United States “within the framework of” the European Union and NATO “.
Suede
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson spoke on X to congratulate Donald Trump and “look forward to working together and continuing the excellent US-Swedish relations as friends and allies.”
Denmark
» Congratulations to Donald Trump on his election. The United States is our most important ally. We must maintain the close cooperation between the United States and Denmark and continue to strengthen the transatlantic bond that has existed for generations,” Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said in a statement.
“At the same time, a strong partnership must be based on a Europe that is more autonomous and assumes even greater responsibility for its own security,” Ms.me Frederiksen.
Norway
» The United States is Norway’s most important partner and ally. I look forward to continuing to strengthen our relationship with the new Trump administration,” Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store wrote on X.
The Netherlands
“Congratulations to Donald Trump on his victory in the presidential election,” Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof said on X.
» The United States is an important ally of the Netherlands, both bilaterally and internationally, particularly within the framework of NATO. I look forward to our close cooperation on issues of mutual interest,” he stressed.
Austria
Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer sent his congratulations to Donald Trump in a message on X, saying that “the United States is an important strategic partner for Austria. “
Romania
“Congratulations to President-elect Donald Trump,” Romanian President Klaus Iohannis wrote on X, emphasizing the importance of the alliance between the two countries. “Through our joint efforts, we will bring peace and prosperity to our countries and beyond, defending our common interests,” he added.
Hungary
“On the road to a great victory,” Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, unconditional supporter of Donald Trump, declared on Facebook, appearing in front of a television screen displaying the vote count in the United States.
Serbia
“Congratulations Donald Trump on your victory,” Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic wrote on X. »Together, we face serious challenges. Serbia is committed alongside the United States to working toward stability, growth and peace. “
Albania
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama sent his congratulations to Donald Trump on his “remarkable victory”. » It was a true honor to work alongside the 46e President of the United States to strengthen the bond between our two countries. I am delighted to have the privilege of working with the 47e President to further strengthen our partnership for peace, prosperity and progress,” he said.
Kosovo
“On behalf of the people of the Republic of Kosovo, I extend my congratulations to Donald Trump and JD Vance on their election as President and Vice President of the United States,” Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani wrote on X.
Chine
China said on Wednesday it hoped for “peaceful coexistence” with the United States.
“We will continue to approach and manage China-US relations based on the principles of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence and mutually beneficial cooperation,” said Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning. , during a regular press briefing.
South Korea
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol expressed his “look forward” to working with Donald Trump, saying that under his “strong leadership, the future of the alliance between South Korea and the United States of America will be better “.
Inde
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday sent his “heartfelt congratulations” to his “friend” Donald Trump on his “historic election victory”.
» I am delighted to renew our collaboration to further strengthen the […] global and strategic partnership “between India and the United States,” Mr. Modi said on X.
Israel
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hails “the greatest comeback in history”. This victory, claimed by Trump, marks according to him “a powerful reengagement in the great alliance” with Israel.
Qatar
Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent a congratulatory message to Donald Trump on X. He said he looked forward to “working together again to promote security and stability in the region and the world.” .
Egypt
Egyptian President Sissi congratulated Donald Trump, hoping for “peace and stability” in the Middle East.
Jordan
The King of Jordan congratulated Donald Trump, wishing to work with him again for “peace and stability in the region” of the Middle East
Pakistan
Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of Pakistan, the only Muslim nuclear power and ally of the United States, presented on X his “congratulations to President-elect Donald Trump”.
He hailed “a historic victory” and said he “hoped to work closely” with his administration.
Ethiopia
Ethiopian President Abiy Ahmed congratulated Donald Trump on his “victory and (his) return”. “I look forward to working together to strengthen the relationship between our two countries,” he said on X.
