Joe Biden elected as US president: From Narendra Modi to Boris Johnson, world leaders congratulate Democrat leader

Congratulations poured in for US president-elect Joe Biden from all over the world, with Washington’s allies, notably in Europe, seeing his win as an opportunity at a contemporary begin after the antagonistic years below Donald Trump.

Biden emerged because the forty sixth President of america on Saturday after Democrats grabbed 270 electoral votes wanted to win the White Home, defeating incumbent Trump within the race.

As crowds rushed into the streets of Washington and different cities in exuberant celebration after US networks declared Biden the winner, listed below are among the first reactions from throughout the globe:

Germany

“Congratulations!” stated German Chancellor Angela Merkel. “I want luck and success from the underside of my coronary heart.

“Our transatlantic friendship is irreplaceable if we need to overcome the nice challenges of our instances,” she stated in a tweet issued by a authorities spokesman.

Chancellor #Merkel congratulates @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris. #Election2020 pic.twitter.com/A9Vwy1XYAR

— Steffen Seibert (@RegSprecher) November 7, 2020

Her Overseas Minister Heiko Maas tweeted: “We need to spend money on our cooperation (with the brand new president) for a brand new begin in transatlantic relations, a ‘new deal’,” as Vice-Chancellor Olaf Scholz hailed the opening of a “new chapter”.

France

French President Emmanuel Macron tweeted:

The People have chosen their President. Congratulations @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris! We’ve lots to do to beat at present’s challenges. Let’s work collectively!

— Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) November 7, 2020

Britain

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson congratulated Biden “on his election as President of america and Kamala Harris on her historic achievement.

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“The US is our most vital ally and I look ahead to working intently collectively on our shared priorities, from local weather change to commerce and safety.”

Congratulations @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris pic.twitter.com/xrpE99W4c4

— Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) November 7, 2020

European Union

In a joint assertion, EU Fee President Ursula von der Leyen and Charles Michel, president of the European Council, which represents the leaders of EU member states, stated: “We pay attention to the newest growth within the electoral course of.

“On this foundation, the EU congratulates President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris on reaching sufficient Electoral Votes.”

Learn my full assertion pic.twitter.com/239JdX5rrJ

— Ursula von der Leyen (@vonderleyen) November 7, 2020

NATO

NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg described Biden as a “sturdy supporter of our Alliance”.

Stoltenberg, who usually needed to adapt to President Donald Trump making surprising bulletins about US troop drawdowns from NATO deployments, stated in a tweet he seemed ahead to working with Biden.

“A robust NATO is sweet for each North America and Europe,” he stated.

I congratulate @JoeBiden on his election as the subsequent U.S. President & @KamalaHarris as Vice President. I do know Joe Biden as a powerful supporter of our Alliance & look ahead to working intently with him. A robust #NATO is sweet for each North America & Europe https://t.co/Ij3rWtNH5c

— Jens Stoltenberg (@jensstoltenberg) November 7, 2020

Canada

Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stated: “I look ahead to working with President-elect Biden, Vice President-elect (Kamala) Harris, their administration, and america Congress as we sort out the world’s best challenges collectively.”

Please learn my full assertion on the results of the US presidential election: https://t.co/ouQ2U1vnnc

— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) November 7, 2020

India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Biden and referred to as his working mate Kamala Harris, whose mom was Indian, a supply of “immense satisfaction.”

“Congratulations @JoeBiden in your spectacular victory!” Modi tweeted.

Congratulations @JoeBiden in your spectacular victory! Because the VP, your contribution to strengthening Indo-US relations was essential and invaluable. I look ahead to working intently collectively as soon as once more to take India-US relations to larger heights. pic.twitter.com/yAOCEcs9bN

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 7, 2020

In a separate tweet to Harris, the prime minister wrote: “Your success is pathbreaking, and a matter of immense satisfaction not simply to your chittis, but additionally for all Indian-People.”

“Chitti” is a Tamil time period of endearment for the youthful sisters of 1’s mom, which Harris utilized in her acceptance of the Democratic nomination for vp.

She is the primary lady of coloration elected to the US vice presidency.

Eire

Irish prime minister Micheal Martin was one of many first to take to Twitter, tweeting:

I additionally want to congratulate Vice President Elect @KamalaHarris and recognise the massive significance of her election for thus many individuals. Vice President Elect Harris & President Elect Biden will make a really formidable group.

— Micheál Martin (@MichealMartinTD) November 7, 2020

Greece

Greek Prime Minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis tweeted:

Congratulations to US President-Elect @JoeBiden.

Joe Biden has been a real good friend of Greece and I’m sure that below his presidency the connection between our international locations will develop even stronger.

— Prime Minister GR (@PrimeministerGR) November 7, 2020

Belgium

Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo tweeted: “Congratulations @JoeBiden together with your election as forty sixth President of america. A report variety of folks have forged their vote on this election. This illustrates the vibrancy of American political life and its democracy.”

I’d additionally wish to congratulate @KamalaHarris for her historic election as first feminine Vice President.

She can be an unbelievable instance & vital function mannequin for younger women all through the world, exhibiting them women and boys get pleasure from the identical rights & alternatives.

— Alexander De Croo (@alexanderdecroo) November 7, 2020

Italy

Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte tweeted:

Congratulations to the American folks and establishments for an excellent turnout of democratic vitality. We’re able to work with the President-elect @JoeBiden to make the transatlantic relationship stronger. The US can rely on Italy as a strong Ally and a strategic companion

— Giuseppe Conte (@GiuseppeConteIT) November 7, 2020

Spain

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez tweeted: “The American folks have chosen the forty sixth President of america.”

The American folks have chosen the forty sixth President of america. Congratulations @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris. We want you good luck and all the very best. We’re wanting ahead to cooperating with you to sort out the challenges forward of us.

— Pedro Sánchez (@sanchezcastejon) November 7, 2020

Scotland

First Minister of Scotland and Chief of the Scottish Nationwide Occasion Nicola Sturgeon tweeted:

Congratulations from to President-Elect Joe Biden and to history-making Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris

— Nicola Sturgeon (@NicolaSturgeon) November 7, 2020

Argentina

President of Argentina Alberto Fernández tweeted:

Felicito al pueblo estadounidense por el récord de participación en las elecciones, una clara expresión de la voluntad widespread.

Saludo a @JoeBiden, próximo presidente de los Estados Unidos, y a @KamalaHarris, que será la primera vicepresidenta mujer de ese país. pic.twitter.com/FyfD1BvALB

— Alberto Fernández (@alferdez) November 7, 2020

Australia

Australia Prime Minister Scott Morrison tweeted: “Congratulations to
@joebiden and @kamalaharris – Australia needs you each success in workplace. The Australia-US Alliance is deep and enduring, and constructed on shared values.”

Congratulations to @joebiden and @kamalaharris – Australia needs you each success in workplace. The Australia-US Alliance is deep and enduring, and constructed on shared values. I look ahead to working with you intently as we face the world’s many challenges collectively.

— Scott Morrison (@ScottMorrisonMP) November 7, 2020

New Zealand

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern tweeted:

Congratulations President-elect @JoeBiden & @KamalaHarris in your victory within the US Presidential election. With so many points dealing with the worldwide group, your message of unity is one we share. New Zealand seems ahead to working with you each! https://t.co/VTGRM4mHEK

— Jacinda Ardern (@jacindaardern) November 7, 2020

With inputs from AFP