As the United States remains in the process of officially counting votes from the November 5, 2024, election, global leaders have rushed to congratulate Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, whose projected victory is expected to see him return to the White House. Early numbers indicate that Trump has surpassed the critical 270 mark in the Electoral College, which is required to secure the presidency. This marks a significant moment in the ongoing US political saga, as Trump’s victory represents a political comeback after his loss in the 2020 election.
Trump, who addressed his supporters at his campaign headquarters in Florida, expressed his gratitude to the American people and made a powerful statement about his plans for the future. “We’re not resting until America gets the future it deserves,” Trump said, emphasizing the dire state of the country and how the situation could have worsened had he not won. His rallying cry of “Make America Great Again” was at the forefront of his address as he thanked voters for their continued trust in him.
As expected, world leaders, many of whom had worked closely with Trump during his previous tenure, quickly took to social media to offer their congratulations and express optimism for continued collaboration between their countries and the US. The tone of their messages reflects a mix of respect, anticipation for the future, and acknowledgment of the historic nature of Trump’s projected victory.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Warm Congratulations
Keir Starmer, the UK Prime Minister, was among the first to send his congratulations. He described Trump’s victory as historic and emphasized the importance of the UK-US “special relationship.” In his message, Starmer conveyed his eagerness to work with the incoming president on shared priorities. “As the closest of allies, we stand shoulder to shoulder in defense of our shared values of freedom, democracy, and enterprise,” Starmer said. He also touched on areas of collaboration such as security, growth, innovation, and technology, areas he believes will continue to thrive with a strong UK-US partnership in the years to come.
EU President Ursula von der Leyen’s Support
European Union President Ursula von der Leyen also extended her congratulations to Trump, stressing the strength of the transatlantic relationship between the EU and the US. “The EU and the US are more than just allies. We are bound by a true partnership between our people, uniting 800 million citizens,” von der Leyen wrote in her congratulatory message. She called for continued cooperation on global issues and highlighted the importance of the EU-US alliance. Von der Leyen’s message suggested that the EU was looking forward to engaging with the Trump administration on a wide range of global challenges.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s Optimism
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky also congratulated Trump, emphasizing the hope for continued bipartisan support in the United States for Ukraine amid its ongoing conflict with Russia. Zelensky expressed confidence in the strength of US leadership under Trump, noting that Trump’s “peace through strength” approach could be the key to bringing a just peace to Ukraine. The Ukrainian president’s message highlighted the importance of maintaining strong ties with the US and expressed hope for effective collaboration during Trump’s second term in office.
“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,” Zelensky said. The message underscored the importance of the US role in the ongoing war, particularly in terms of providing military and diplomatic support to Ukraine.
African Leadership: Ethiopia’s Abiy Ahmed and Others
In Africa, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed joined the chorus of leaders congratulating Trump on his projected win. He expressed his desire to strengthen the relationship between Ethiopia and the United States, suggesting that the two nations would continue working closely together under Trump’s leadership. “I look forward to working together to further strengthen the relationship between our two countries during your term,” Abiy Ahmed said.
Trump’s influence in African affairs was also acknowledged by other leaders, who are anticipating continuity in US policy toward the continent, especially regarding trade and security partnerships.
French President Macron’s Diplomatic Message
French President Emmanuel Macron, a key figure in European diplomacy, sent a message of congratulations with an emphasis on mutual respect and shared ambitions. Macron reminded Trump of the close working relationship the two had during his previous term, signaling that France was ready to continue collaborating with the US. “Ready to work together as we did for four years. With your convictions and mine. With respect and ambition. For more peace and prosperity,” Macron wrote, reinforcing the long-standing ties between France and the United States.
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