Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese wrote on X about the relationship with the US.

“Congratulations to President Donald Trump on his election victory,” he wrote.

Former US President Donald Trump, center, during an election night event at the Palm Beach Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Florida, US, on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. Trump is on the cusp of recapturing the White House, projected as the winner across pivotal swing states with his party set to control the Senate and markets swinging in expectation of his possible victory. Photographer: Eva Marie Uzcategui/Bloomberg
Former US President Donald Trump, center, during an election night event at the Palm Beach Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Florida, US, on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. Trump is on the cusp of recapturing the White House, projected as the winner across pivotal swing states with his party set to control the Senate and markets swinging in expectation of his possible victory. Photographer: Eva Marie Uzcategui/Bloomberg (Bloomberg via Getty Images)

“Australians and Americans are great friends and true allies. Working together, we can ensure the partnership between our nations and peoples remains strong into the future.”

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer showed a little more enthusiasm for Trump’s victory.

“Congratulations President-elect @realDonaldTrump on your historic election victory. I look forward to working with you in the years ahead,” Starmer wrote.

“As the closest of allies, we stand shoulder to shoulder in defence of our shared values of freedom, democracy and enterprise.”

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However, British MP Ed Davey, the leader of the Liberal Democrats, took to X to share a very different sentiment.

“This is a dark, dark day for people around the globe,” he wrote.

“The world’s largest economy and most powerful military will be led by a dangerous, destructive demagogue.

“The next President of the United States is a man who actively undermines the rule of law, human rights, international trade, climate action and global security.

“Millions of Americans – especially women and minorities – will be incredibly fearful about what comes next. We stand with them.

“Families across the UK will also be worrying about the damage Trump will do to our economy and our national security, given his record of starting trade wars, undermining NATO and emboldening tyrants like Putin.”

He said it was crucial for the UK to strengthen trade and defence with Europe “to help protect ourselves from the damage Trump will do”.

“Now more than ever, we must stand up for the core liberal values of equality, democracy, human rights and the rule of law – at home and around the world.”

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also shared a positive congratulation message.

“Congratulations on history’s greatest comeback!” he wrote on X.

“Your historic return to the White House offers a new beginning for America and a powerful recommitment to the great alliance between Israel and America.”

French President Emmanuel Macron posted on X: “Ready to work together 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 President Nayib Bukele was among the first world leaders to congratulate Trump on X.

“Congratulations to the President-Elect of the United States of America, @realDonaldTrump. May God bless and guide you,” he wrote.

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