Foreign Leaders React to Biden’s Decision Not to Seek Reelection
Washington D.C. – In a surprise move, President Joe Biden announced on Wednesday that he will not seek reelection in 2024, sparking a wave of reactions from foreign leaders around the world.
The decision has sent shockwaves through the international community, with many leaders expressing their surprise and gratitude for Biden’s service. Here are some of the key reactions:
European Leaders
- German Chancellor Olaf Scholz: "We are grateful for President Biden’s commitment to transatlantic relations and his efforts to strengthen the alliance between our countries. We look forward to continuing our close cooperation with the United States under his successor."
- French President Emmanuel Macron: "President Biden has been a key partner for France and the European Union. We appreciate his dedication to promoting peace and stability in the world and wish him all the best in his future endeavors."
- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson: "I want to thank President Biden for his leadership and friendship. We have worked closely together on many issues, and I look forward to continuing our strong relationship with the United States."
Asian Leaders
- Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida: "President Biden has been a strong supporter of Japan and the Asia-Pacific region. We appreciate his efforts to promote peace and stability in the region and look forward to continuing our close cooperation with the United States."
- South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol: "We are grateful for President Biden’s commitment to the alliance between our countries and his efforts to promote peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula. We look forward to continuing our close cooperation with the United States."
- Chinese Premier Li Qiang: "We respect President Biden’s decision and appreciate his efforts to promote peace and stability in the world. We look forward to continuing our cooperation with the United States on issues of mutual interest."
Latin American Leaders
- Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador: "We appreciate President Biden’s commitment to promoting peace and stability in the Americas and his efforts to strengthen the relationship between our countries. We look forward to continuing our close cooperation with the United States."
- Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro: "We are grateful for President Biden’s friendship and his efforts to promote peace and stability in the world. We look forward to continuing our close cooperation with the United States."
- Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau: "We appreciate President Biden’s commitment to promoting peace and stability in the world and his efforts to strengthen the relationship between our countries. We look forward to continuing our close cooperation with the United States."
Middle Eastern Leaders
- Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett: "We appreciate President Biden’s commitment to the security and well-being of the State of Israel and his efforts to promote peace and stability in the Middle East. We look forward to continuing our close cooperation with the United States."
- Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman: "We respect President Biden’s decision and appreciate his efforts to promote peace and stability in the Middle East. We look forward to continuing our cooperation with the United States on issues of mutual interest."
- Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei: "We are not surprised by President Biden’s decision, as we have always known that he was a temporary leader. We will continue to work towards our goals and interests, regardless of who is in power in the United States."
Overall, foreign leaders have expressed their gratitude for President Biden’s service and commitment to promoting peace and stability in the world. While the decision has sent shockwaves through the international community, many leaders are looking forward to continuing their close cooperation with the United States under his successor.
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