‘On behalf of the Norwegian Government, I would like to congratulate Donald Trump on his victory in the US presidential election. The US is Norway’s most important ally and we work closely together in many areas. I look forward to continuing our cooperation with the US under Mr Trump’s leadership,’ said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.
The US election has been a very close race, but Wednesday morning it became clear that Mr Trump had won and will be the next President of the US.
‘Over the years, Norway has maintained cooperation with the US through changing times and different administrations. We will continue to do so. The Norwegian Government’s primary aim is to safeguard Norway’s interests. The US is important for the Norwegian economy, for our jobs, and for the security of our country,’ said Prime Minister Støre.
The Government is aware that the change of government in the US may affect cooperation in areas of importance to Norway.
‘The fundamentals remain unchanged: US involvement is essential to address global challenges and Norway seeks to further develop the excellent relations between our two countries, and these rest on a firm foundation of long-term common interests,’ said Mr Støre.
The Government has set clear priorities for the most important issues in Norway’s relations with the US.
‘The most critical focus area is, and will remain, security and defence policy. This is an area where our cooperation was strengthened during Mr Trump’s first term. We will also explore opportunities to develop cooperation in other areas,’ said Mr Støre.
Polish President Andrzej Duda on X: “Congratulations, Mr. President Donald Trump! You made it happen!”
European Council chief Charles Michel on X: “Congratulations to President-elect Donald Trump. The EU and the US have an enduring alliance and a historic bond. As allies and friends, the EU looks forward to continuing our constructive cooperation. The EU will pursue its course in line with the strategic agenda as a strong, united, competitive and sovereign partner while defending the rules-based multilateral system.”
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte on X: “I just congratulated Donald Trump on his election as President of the United States. His leadership will again be key to keeping our Alliance strong. I look forward to working with him again to advance peace through strength through NATO.”
President of the EU Commission Ursula von der Leyen on X: “I warmly congratulate Donald J. Trump. The EU and the US are more than just allies. We are bound by a true partnership between our people, uniting 800 million citizens. So let’s work together on a strong transatlantic agenda that keeps delivering for them.”
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier quoted by his Spokeswoman Cerstin Gammelin on X: “Transatlantic relations are of key importance for the stability and prosperity of our two countries and our continents.”
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on X: “I congratulate Donald Trump on his election as US President. For a long time, Germany and the US have been working together successfully promoting prosperity and freedom on both sides of the Atlantic. We will continue to do so for the wellbeing of our citizens.”
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic congratulated Trump, noting that Belgrade remains committed to working with Washington for the sake of peace.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on X: “Heartiest congratulations my friend Donald Trump on your historic election victory. As you build on the successes of your previous term, I look forward to renewing our collaboration to further strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership.”
French President Emmanuel Macron on X: “Congratulations, President Donald Trump. Ready to work together as we did for four years.”
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: “Congratulations on history’s greatest comeback! Your historic return to the White House offers a new beginning for America and a powerful commitment to the great alliance between Israel and America.”
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on X: “I extend my sincere congratulations to Donald Trump on his election as 47th President of the United States and Vance on his election as Vice President. In building upon over five decades of strategic bilateral cooperation, the UAE and US are united by our enduring partnership based on shared ambitions for progress.”
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi on Facebook: “I express my sincere congratulations to US President-elect Donald Trump. <…> We look forward to working together fruitfully to achieve peace and security in the Middle East, as well as strengthening the Egyptian-American strategic partnership.”
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on X: “I congratulate my friend Donald Trump, who won the presidential election in the US after a great struggle and was reelected.”
In addition, Trump received congratulations from South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, leader of the French right-wing parliamentary “National Rally” party Marine Le Pen, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, Prime Minister of Ethiopia Abiy Ahmed, former independent presidential candidate Robert Kennedy Jr, Prime Minister of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan, President of Argentina Javier Milei, President of Republika Srpska (entity of Bosnia and Herzegovina) Milorad Dodik, Prime Minister of Australia Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister of New Zealand Christopher Lacson, Prime Minister of Latvia Evika Silina and Prime Minister of Malaysia Anwar Ibrahim, as well as Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky.
