Global leaders extended their congratulations to Donald Trump on January 20, as he was inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States for a second term.
In messages shared via social media, several prominent figures praised U.S.-led global partnerships and expressed optimism for the future under Trump's leadership.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu commended the "great alliance" between the U.S. and Israel, citing achievements such as the Abraham Accords and the U.S. withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer highlighted the "special relationship" between the U.K. and the U.S., emphasizing continued collaboration for years to come.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy celebrated Trump’s inauguration, calling it an opportunity to strengthen peace efforts, and reiterated Ukraine's readiness to work with the U.S. for "true peace."
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stressed the importance of U.S.-EU cooperation on global challenges and shared prosperity.
Other leaders, including Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, also offered congratulations, focusing on opportunities for growth, security, and global collaboration.
As Trump begins his second term, he is poised to reshape U.S. foreign policy, with a focus on reforming government institutions and reevaluating international alliances.
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