World leaders have reacted to a change in US politics after Joseph Biden took oath as 46th president, ending tumultuous tenure of Donald Trump.
European Union
The EU and UK are among the countries and allies which expressed happiness over Biden’s inauguration with with Ursurla von der Leyen, president of the EU Commission, saying there’s a “friend in the White House” after four years.
President of the European Council, Charles Michel, tweeted congratulations to Biden and said it is a time to bring back conviction & common sense and rejuvenate our EU-US relationship.
I wish President @JoeBiden & Vice President @KamalaHarris my very best, as they strive to heal their country & lead the American people out of the pandemic.
It’s time to bring back conviction & common sense and rejuvenate our EU-US relationship. 🇪🇺🇺🇸#Inauguration2021 pic.twitter.com/ZiINGvGgtk
— Charles Michel (@eucopresident) January 20, 2021
Pakistan
Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan in a tweet, congratulated the Joe Biden on his inauguration and said that Pakistan is looking forward to work with US President Joe Biden in building a stronger Pak-US partnership through trade and economic engagement, countering climate change.
I congratulate President @JoeBiden on his inauguration. Look forward to working with @POTUS in building a stronger Pak-US partnership through trade & economic engagement, countering climate change, improving public health, combating corruption & promoting peace in region & beyond
— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) January 20, 2021
England
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson congratulated Biden ahead of the inauguration ceremony.
Congratulations to @JoeBiden on being sworn in as President of the United States and to @KamalaHarris on her historic inauguration. America’s leadership is vital on the issues that matter to us all, from climate change to COVID, and I look forward to working with President Biden.
— Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) January 20, 2021
“As I said when I spoke with him on his election as president, I look forward to working with him and with his new administration, strengthening the partnership between our countries and working on our shared priorities from tackling climate change, building back better from the pandemic and strengthening our transatlantic security,” he said.
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Russia
Russian Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russia would seek good relations with the United States.
Canada
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in a Tweet said, “Congratulations, @JoeBiden, on your inauguration as the 46th President of the United States. Our two countries have tackled some of history’s greatest challenges together – and I’m looking forward to continuing this partnership with you, @KamalaHarris, and your administration”.
Congratulations, @JoeBiden, on your inauguration as the 46th President of the United States. Our two countries have tackled some of history’s greatest challenges together – and I’m looking forward to continuing this partnership with you, @KamalaHarris, and your administration.
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) January 20, 2021
China
China has congratulated US President Joe Biden on his inauguration and called for a reset in relations between Beijing and Washington.
Chinese foreign ministry said Beijing welcomes news that the US would rejoin the World Health Organizaion and Paris climate accord as Biden tried to pivot his office back to a key role in global leadership.
Germany
German Chancellor Angela Merkel, Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga, Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas also have congratulated Biden on his inauguration.
Iran
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani hailed the departure of “tyrant” Trump, Tehran having repeatedly called on Washington to lift sanctions imposed over its nuclear drive.
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