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German president Frank-Walter Steinmeier, Chancellor Olaf Scholz congratulate Trump
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier joined other world leaders in congratulating Trump as the likelihood of him winning the US elections drew nearer.
“I send you my congratulations on your success in the election for the 47th President of the United States of America,” Steinmeier said in a statement.
The German leader highlighted the importance of transatlantic relations “for the stability and prosperity” of both Germany and the United States.
“Especially in this troubled world full of conflicts and uncertainties, our cooperation is of great value and strength, bilaterally and as partners in NATO and the United Nations. You can rely on Germany as a strong partner at the side of the United States of America,” Steinmeier added.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz congratulated Trump and said his country would continue to work with the US for freedom and prosperity on both sides of the Atlantic.
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock joined the chorus congratulating Trump on Wednesday morning.
“Donald Trump has won the election, we congratulate him on that,” Baerbock told reporters.
Germany’s top diplomat was returning from a trip to Ukraine. How a second Trump presidency would handle the war in Ukraine has been the subject of much speculation in the media in recent weeks as he has in the past called for cutting aid to Kyiv.
DW