Trump Wins US Election 2024: How World Leaders Reacted

Washington: In a close and hard-fought race, Republican candidate Donald Trump has defeated Democratic contender Kamala Harris , becoming 47th president of United States. Trump’s win was sealed after he secure Pennsylvania, sparking a wave of congratulations from world leaders and prominent international figures.

PM Modi Extends Wishes to Trump

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his congratulations to newly elected American President, calling Trump his ‘friend.’ Modi wrote, "Heartiest congratulations my friend @realDonaldTrump on your historic election victory. As you build on successes of your previous term, I look forward to renewing our collaboration to furr strengn India-US Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership."

Netanyahu Calls Trump's Victory ‘Greatest Comeback’

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu congratulated Donald Trump on his victory in a close U.S. presidential election. Netanyahu took to social media to send his wishes, writing in a post addressed to Trump and his wife, Melania, he said, "Congratulations on history’s greatest comeback! Your historic return to White House offers a new beginning for America and a powerful recommitment to great alliance between Israel and America."

Ukrainian President Congratulates Trump 

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also congratulated Trump, expressing optimism about future of U.S.-Ukraine relations under his leadership. Zelenskyy recalled ir previous meeting in September, where y discussed "Victory Plan" and ending Russian aggression against Ukraine.

He wrote in a long X post, " "Congratulations to @realDonaldTrump on his impressive election victory!"

"I recall our great meeting with President Trump back in September, when we discussed in detail Ukraine-U.S. strategic partnership, Victory Plan, and ways to put an end to Russian aggression against Ukraine," he added.

Macron Wishes Trump for Historic Return

French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday congratulated Donald Trump for his "historic return to White House". 

Macron posted on X: “Ready to work toger as we were able to do during four years. With your convictions and mine. In respect and ambition. For more peace and prosperity.”

El Salvador's President Calls Trump ‘President-Elect'

El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele was first world leader to extend his congratulations, calling Trump ‘president-elect.’

In an X Post, he wrote, "Congratulations to President-Elect of United States of America, @realDonaldTrump. May God bless and guide you," 

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was among first world leaders to extend wishes to Donald Trump as he addressed a rally in Florida to claim victory in US presidential race on Wednesday.

Starmer said "special relationship" between UK and US would continue to prosper under new American administration after Trump clinched crucial battleground states in US overnight.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban also praised Trump’s success, calling it ‘biggest comeback’ in an X Post. Orban has been a vocal supporter of Trump’s bid for White House.

He wrote," biggest comeback in US political history! Congratulations to President @realDonaldTrump on his ermous win. A much needed victory for World!".

Dutch politician Geert Wilders joined in, celebrating on social media. “Congratulations President Trump! Congratulations America! Never stop, always keep fighting and win elections!” Wilders wrote on X, signaling strong global reactions as Trump prepares to return to presidency.

German Chancellor Olaz Scholf

German Chancellor Olaz Scholf also congratulated Donald Trump and said, “I congratulate @Realdonaldtrump on his election as US President. Germany and USA have been working toger successfully for a long time to promote prosperity and freedom on both sides of Atlantic. We will continue to do so for benefit of our citizens.”

President Of South Korea, Yoon Suk Yeol Posted On X:

Congratulations to @realdonaldtrump ! under your strong leadership, future of ROK-US. Alliance and America will shine brighter. Look forward to working closely with you.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese

Australian Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese posted on X and said, “Congratulations to President Donald Trump on his election victory. Australians and Americans are great friends and true allies. Working toger, we can ensure partnership between our nations and peoples remains strong into future.”

UAE President Mohamed Bin Zayed Congratulates

UAE President Mohamed Bin Zayed Congratulates Donald Trump On Election Victory and said, “I congratulate Donald Trump and his Vice President James David Vance on winning recent presidential elections, wishing m success in serving friendly American people. For more than five decades, UAE and United States have enjoyed close strategic relations and an advanced development partnership centered on ecomy of future, and we look forward to continuing to strengn this partnership in coming period for benefit of our two countries and peoples.” 

He said, “I extend my sincere congratulations to @realDonaldTrump on his election as 47th President of United States and @JDVance on his election as Vice President. In building upon over five decades of strategic bilateral cooperation, UAE and US are united by our enduring partnership based on shared ambitions for progress. UAE looks forward to continuing to work with our partners in US towards a future of opportunity, prosperity, and stability for all.” 

President of Arab Republic of Egypt Abdel Fattah El-Sisi

President of Arab Republic of Egypt Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, congratulated Donald Trump on his victory and said, "I extend my sincere congratulations to US President-elect "Donald Trump" @realDonaldTrump and wish him all best and success in achieving interests of American people. We look forward to reaching toger to establish peace, maintain regional peace and stability, and strengn strategic partnership relations between Egypt and United States and ir friendly peoples. two countries have always presented a model of cooperation and succeeded toger in achieving common interests of two friendly countries, which we look forward to continuing in se critical circumstances that world is going through."

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba also congratulated Donald Trump on X and wrote, “Heartfelt congratulations to @realDonaldTrump. I truly look forward to working closely with you to furr bolster Japan-US Alliance & cooperate to promote a free and open Indo-Pacific.”

President of R.O.C. Taiwan Lai Ching-te

President of R.O.C. Taiwan, Lai Ching-te congratulated newly elected president of USA, Donald Trump and said, “Sincere congratulations to President-elect @realDonaldTrumpon your victory. I'm confident that longstanding #Taiwan-#US partnership, built on shared values & interests, will continue to serve as a cornerstone for regional stability & lead to greater prosperity for us all.”

Boris Johnson, Former Prime Minister of United Kingdom 

Former Prime Minister of United Kingdom, Boris Johnson also congratulated Donald Trump on his victory and said, “Huge congratulations to Donald Trump on his amazing victory.  I have doubt he will w set about making America strong at home and abroad.”