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Published on: 07/11/2020 20:14
World leaders congratulate Joe Biden for victory in the US presidential elections. From the President of the Republic Sergio Mattarella to the German Chancellor Angela Merkel, here are the messages from the heads of state and government, but also from party leaders, for the new American president.
MATTARELLA – The President of the Republic, Sergio Mattarella, sent the following message to the President-elect of the United States of America, Joe Biden: “I wish to express to you, on behalf of the Italian Republic and my personal, the warmest congratulations on your election to the Presidency of the United States of America. The American people have entrusted to you, following a confrontation that saw extraordinary participation, the mandate to lead the United States in a dramatically complex moment for the entire planet. The international community has need for the US contribution, for a long time a protagonist in building the rules of multilateralism, to face an unprecedented crisis that is endangering the health, life and future of millions of people “. “Under your Presidency, I am sure, the United States and Italy – and the entire European Union – will be able to further consolidate the bonds of deep and deep-rooted friendship, in the name of the common values of freedom, justice, democracy, which unite them. which is consolidated in every sphere, bilateral and multilateral, through a multiform collaboration – also favored by the extraordinary work of the large community of Italian origin – and aimed at promoting the values of international security and stability, economic development and social progress, in a convinced transatlantic perspective “. “I hope that the upcoming Italian Presidency of the G20 can concretely represent a further opportunity for the development of cooperation between Washington and Rome. Looking forward to meeting you, and again in the pleasant memory of our breakfast on the occasion of my first visit to Washington as Head of the State, I send you and your family my warmest wishes for a fruitful performance of your high mandate “, concludes the head of state.
CONTE – “Congratulations to the American people and their institutions for the exceptional turnout, of democratic vitality. We are ready to work with President-elect Joe Biden to make the transatlantic relationship stronger. The United States can count on Italy as a solid ally and strategic partner “writes Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte in a tweet in English.
ZINGARETTI – “I immediately wanted to deliver the following letter of congratulations on behalf of all the Italian Democrats to the President-elect Biden through the Campaign Director of Foreign Relations and the Presidential transition team with whom we have been in contact during these hours”. This was declared by the secretary of the Democratic Party Nicola Zingaretti. “Dear Mr. President, dear Joe – he writes – My heartfelt congratulations on your election as President of the United States of America! The Italian family of the Democratic Party is deeply enthusiastic about your victory and at the same time touched by your tenacity and resilience. May you receive all the joy and support you deserve from us! Your example illuminates the darkness that characterizes this difficult period we are going through. Today we have learned that freedom and human rights are closely intertwined with determination and truth. We are confident that your wise leadership will address the challenges the pandemic poses to the entire planet, including its global economic and social consequences. The world needs more America! ” “Today we welcome more America of dialogue, progress, freedom, opportunity and unity. We welcome the America of ‘People first’, which can further strengthen the value of multilateralism and international cooperation. welcome to an America that builds new bridges together with Europe. Only united can we guarantee everyone a Covid-19 vaccine, we will mitigate the effect of climate change, we will make our families, our cities, our countries, safer and more prosperous. Only together will we be on the right path indicated by the United Nations and save our planet by 2030. Only together can we overcome uncertainty and create a better future for all. God bless America! “.
CRIMES – “Congratulations to the new President of the United States of America, Joe Biden. I am convinced that the sincere friendship, founded on the principles of democracy, freedom and which has always united Italy and the US, will continue to be strong” writes on Twitter Vito Crimi, political leader of the M5S.
MERKEL – Congratulations to Joe Bide from the German Chancellor, Angela Merkel. “The American people have chosen,” Merkel wrote through her spokesperson, wishing the elected president “success” and congratulating Kamala Harris, her country’s first elected vice president. “I’m looking forward to working together in the future,” writes Merkel. “Our transatlantic friendship is irreplaceable if we are to face the great challenges of our time”.
JOHNSON – “Congratulations to Joe Biden for being elected president of the United States and Kamala Harris for his historic milestone” tweets British minister Boris Johnson who adds: “The United States is our most important ally and I look forward to working closely contact on our shared priorities, from climate change to trade and security ”.
MACRON – “The Americans have chosen their president. Congratulations to Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. We have a lot to do to overcome today’s challenges. Let’s work together,” tweeted French president Emmanuel Macron.
FROM THE LEYEN – “I warmly congratulate Joe Biden and Kamala Harris on their victory in the presidential elections in the United States” the tweet of the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, underlining that “the EU and the US are friends and allies, and our citizens they share a very deep bond. I look forward to working with President-elect Biden. “
STOLTENBERG – “American leadership is more important than ever in an unpredictable world and I look forward to working closely with President-elect Joe Biden, Vice President-elect Kamala Harris and the new administration to further strengthen the link between North America. and Europe “, states the secretary general of NATO, Jens Stoltenberg, underlining that” a strong Alliance is positive for North America and for Europe “.
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