Prime Minister Narendra Modi was one of the first world leaders to congratulate US President Joe Biden, soon after he was sworn in as the 46th head of the country.
“I look forward to working with him to strengthen India-US strategic partnership,” he said, in a tweet.
PM Modi also added that India and USA stood “united and resilient” in addressing common challenges in advancing global peace and security.
Earlier in November, the two leaders spoke over the phone, with both reiterating their "firm commitment to the Indo-US strategic partnership".
Opposition party Congress’s Rahul Gandhi took to Twitter to congratulate President Biden and Vice President, Kamala Harris.
Here is what other world leaders said after Biden and Harris took oath:
United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson: “America’s leadership is vital on the issues that matter to us all, from climate change to COVID, and I look forward to working with President Biden.”
Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga: "Congratulations to President @JoeBiden and Vice President @KamalaHarris on your inauguration. Japan and the United States are allies tied firmly by bonds and shared universal values.”
Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan: “I congratulate President @JoeBiden on his inauguration. Look forward to working with @POTUS in building a stronger Pak-US partnership through trade & economic engagement, countering climate change, improving public health, combating corruption & promoting peace in region & beyond.”
Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau: “ Congratulations, @JoeBiden, on your inauguration as the 46th President of the United States. Our two countries have tackled some of history’s greatest challenges together - and I’m looking forward to continuing this partnership with you, @KamalaHarris, and your administration.”
Spain Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez: “Today is a great day. The Administration of @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris begins its journey. All the successes and support of Spain in this era of hope and future. We'll work with the US for democracy and the reinforcement of a more just, sustainable & inclusive global governance.”
He also celebrated the news that America got its first female Vice President.
South Korea President Moon Jae-in: “The U.S. will surely succeed in building back better, and the world will be amazed. The ROK will walk along with the new Biden administration from the start. We go together!”
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen: “The United States is back. And Europe stands ready. To reconnect with an old and trusted partner, to breathe new life into our cherished alliance. I look forward to working together with @JoeBiden.”
She also put out another tweet congratulating Biden and Kamala Harris for an “inspiring inaugural address”.
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