World leaders have moved first to congratulate US President-elect Joe Biden after he floored Donald Trump in November 3rd poll.
Biden was declared winner the moment he crossed the 270 electoral college vote threshold by winning the state of Pennsylvania and its 20 electoral votes.
World leaders have ignored Donald Trump’s calls to illegitimize Biden’s win, and have gone on to congratulate Joe Biden.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was the first to send congratulatory message to the US President-elect.
“On behalf of the Government of Canada, I congratulate Joe Biden and Kamala Harris on their election as the next President and Vice President of the United States of America. Canada and the United States enjoy an extraordinary relationship – one that is unique on the world stage. I look forward to working with President-elect Biden, Vice President-elect Harris, their administration, and the United States Congress as we tackle the world’s greatest challenges together,” Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau tweeted.
Congratulations, @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris. Our two countries are close friends, partners, and allies. We share a relationship that’s unique on the world stage. I’m really looking forward to working together and building on that with you both.
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) November 7, 2020
Please read my full statement on the result of the US presidential election: https://t.co/ouQ2U1vnnc
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) November 7, 2020
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Across the Atlantic, several leaders in Europe have also send their messages of congratulations to Joe Biden.
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson tweeted;
“Congratulations to Joe Biden on his election as President of the United States and to Kamala Harris on her historic achievement. The U.S. is our most important ally and I look forward to working closely together on our shared priorities, from climate change to trade and security.”
Congratulations @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris pic.twitter.com/xrpE99W4c4
— Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) November 7, 2020
Germany chancellor Angela Merkel tweeted;
“I look forward to future cooperation with President Biden… Our transatlantic friendship is irreplaceable if we are to master the great challenges of our time.”
Chancellor #Merkel congratulates @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris. #Election2020 pic.twitter.com/A9Vwy1XYAR
— Steffen Seibert (@RegSprecher) November 7, 2020
French President Emmanuel Macron tweeted;
“The Americans have chosen their President. Congratulations @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris ! We have a lot to do to overcome today’s challenges. Let’s work together!”
The Americans have chosen their President. Congratulations @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris! We have a lot to do to overcome today’s challenges. Let's work together!
— Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) November 7, 2020
In Asia, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted;
“Congratulations @JoeBiden on your spectacular victory! As the VP, your contribution to strengthening Indo-US relations was critical and invaluable. I look forward to working closely together once again to take India-US relations to greater heights.”
Congratulations @JoeBiden on your spectacular victory! As the VP, your contribution to strengthening Indo-US relations was critical and invaluable. I look forward to working closely together once again to take India-US relations to greater heights. pic.twitter.com/yAOCEcs9bN
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 7, 2020
In Africa, South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa tweeted;
“We congratulate President-Elect @JoeBiden and Vice President @KamalaHarris
and the American people on your election. We look forward to working with you and deepening our bonds of friendship and cooperation.”
We congratulate President-Elect @JoeBiden and Vice President @KamalaHarris and the American people on your election. We look forward to working with you and deepening our bonds of friendship and cooperation. pic.twitter.com/aajOxmL8KI
— Cyril Ramaphosa ?? #StaySafe (@CyrilRamaphosa) November 7, 2020
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