Politicians around the world welcome Joe Biden, with at least one country openly happy to see Donald Trump leave
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson among world leaders congratulating Joe Biden on news that he will be the next President of the United States
M Johnson also congratulated the Vice President and Vice President Elect of M Biden, Kamala Harris, for his « historic achievement »
He added: « The United States is our most important ally and I look forward to working closely together on our common priorities, from climate change to trade and security »
Former US Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton congratulated Mr. Biden and Ms Harris, just like the Prime Minister of Ireland, which will mean a lot to the president-elect given his Irish ancestry Here are some of the messages from around the world
The former president said he « couldn’t be prouder », adding: « We are fortunate that Joe has what it takes to be president and is doing that way already
« Because when he enters the White House in January, he will face a series of extraordinary challenges that no new president has ever had – a raging pandemic, an economy and a system of unequal justice, a democracy in danger and a climate in danger
« I know he will do his job in the best interests of every American, whether they vote or not, so I encourage every American to give him a chance and support him »
He added: « Our democracy needs all of us more than ever and Michelle and I look forward to supporting our next President and First Lady as we can »
America has spoken and democracy has won We now have a President-elect and Vice-President-designate who will serve us all and bring us all Congratulations to Joe Biden and Kamala Harris on your memorable victory!
« We now have an elected president and an elected vice president who will serve us all and bring us all together
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said: « Canada and the United States enjoy an extraordinary relationship – a relationship unique on the world stage
« Our common geography, common interests, deep personal relationships and strong economic ties make us close friends, partners and allies
« We will continue to build on this foundation as we continue to protect our populations from the effects of the global COVID-19 pandemic and work to advance peace and inclusion, economic prosperity and action climate in the world
« I look forward to working with President-elect Biden, Vice-President-elect Harris, their administration and the United States Congress to jointly tackle the world’s greatest challenges »
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Chancellor Angela Merkel said she looked forward to « future cooperation » between the two countries, adding: « Our transatlantic friendship is irreplaceable if we are to meet the great challenges of our time »
The German leader had a good working relationship with Barack Obama during his presidency, but the relationship between her and Donald Trump was often strained
Poland was one of the United States’ closest allies under Donald Trump, but President Andrzej Duda has said his country is determined to maintain a « high level and high quality partnership » under Mr. Biden
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said: « Congratulations to Joe Biden and Kamala Harris We wish you good luck and all the best
President Emmanuel Macron said: « We have a lot to do to overcome today’s challenges. Let’s work together »
Taoiseach Micheal Martin said: « Ireland is proud of the election of Joe Biden, just as we are proud of all generations of Irish and Irish and their ancestors whose work and genius have enriched the diversity that animates America, « he said
« I would also like to congratulate Kamala Harris on her election to the post of Vice-President and to recognize the very great importance of her election to this post »
The reaction in Iran has been more focused on the departure of Mr. Trump than on the arrival of M Biden at the White House
Hesameddin Ashena, an adviser to the Iranian president, said on Twitter that the Iranians « bravely held their positions until this coward left »
The administration of M Trump had overseen a deterioration in relations between the two countries, especially after the United States withdrew from the Tehran nuclear deal in 2018 and reimposed sanctions
Iranian Ambassador to UK Hamid Baeidinejad tweeted: « Finally, the political life of a man who only spreads hatred is over »
Prime Minister Scott Morrison said: « Australia wishes you every success in your tenure The Australia-US alliance is deep and enduring, and based on shared values, » he said
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« I look forward to working closely with you as we face the many challenges of the world together »
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said: « New Zealand will continue to work alongside the United States on the issues that matter to us both, including prosperity, security and sustainability in the Indo-Pacific and the Pacific Island regions
« The president-elect’s campaign has also shown the common interests we have in addressing global challenges like COVID-19 and climate change »
He said that M Biden had led « a campaign on the values we share in the UK – decency, integrity, compassion and strength »
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