Following Donald Trump’s unexpected victory over Kamala Harris in the U.S. presidential election, leaders from across the globe offered their congratulations, underscoring a shared eagerness for renewed partnerships and peace initiatives under Trump’s leadership. Trump’s return to the White House has sent shockwaves through the international community, with many leaders emphasizing strengthened ties and collaborative efforts on key issues.
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning extended China’s well-wishes for “peaceful coexistence” between the two superpowers, expressing hope for mutual respect and win-win cooperation. Meanwhile, Russian officials adopted a more reserved stance, with Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov noting that Russia would observe Trump’s “concrete steps” before further engagement.
In Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu heralded Trump’s victory as “a powerful recommitment” to U.S.-Israel relations, calling it “history’s greatest comeback.” Similarly, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed optimism that Trump’s “peace through strength” approach would advance just peace in Ukraine.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte praised Trump’s re-election as pivotal for alliance strength, while EU chief Ursula von der Leyen called for a “strong transatlantic agenda” to unify 800 million citizens across the Atlantic. French President Emmanuel Macron pledged to work with Trump “with respect and ambition,” while German Chancellor Olaf Scholz committed to continuing the U.S.-Germany alliance for “prosperity and freedom.”
In Africa, Nigerian President Bola Tinubu extended heartfelt congratulations, expressing readiness to deepen U.S.-Nigeria relations, tackle shared challenges, and foster economic cooperation. Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi also voiced hopes for regional peace under Trump’s leadership.
Other global leaders joined in the congratulatory messages. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi looked forward to a renewed collaboration, while South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol highlighted the future of the U.S.-South Korea alliance. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni celebrated the enduring “sisterhood” between Italy and the U.S., expecting an even stronger strategic bond under Trump’s administration.
As Trump prepares to resume office, global leaders anticipate a new era of international cooperation, underscoring the unique role of U.S. leadership in fostering global peace, stability, and prosperity.
