“Great man”, “defender of democracy”: how world leaders reacted to Biden’s decision

“A Great Man,” “Defender of Democracy”: How World Leaders Reacted to Biden's Decision Maryan-Sergey Chupak

How world politicians reacted to Biden's decision/Collage 24 Channel

Biden will not run for a second presidential term. The leaders of a considerable number of countries reacted to the politician’s decision. In particular, the President of Ukraine, the prime ministers of Japan, Poland, Canada and other high-ranking influential persons.

On Sunday, July 21, the current head of Bely at home made a statement about his withdrawal from the elections. Joe Biden supported the candidacy of Kamala Harris for the presidency, but the final decision is up to the Democratic Party.

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• Ukraine. President Vladimir Zelensky thanked Joe Biden for his “unbreakable support” in the war against Russia. Zelensky noted that “many important decisions have been made in recent years, and they will be remembered as President Biden’s bold steps in response to difficult times.” He added that Kyiv will always be grateful to President Biden for his leadership.
• Israel. President Isaac Herzog thanked Biden for his “friendship and unwavering support for the Israeli people” and called him “a true ally of the Jewish people.” Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Galant also thanked Biden for his position, noting that his “unwavering support, especially during the war, was invaluable.”
• Canada. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau thanked Biden for being a “true friend” of Canada. “He is a great man and everything he does is driven by his love for his country,” Trudeau wrote.
• Poland. Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that Biden made difficult decisions, “thanks to which Poland, the United States and the world have become safer and democracy has become stronger.” Tusk added: “I know that the same motives guided you when you made your final decision, perhaps the most difficult.”
• Japan. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said he would refrain from making direct comments because of domestic U.S. politics, but acknowledged that Biden's decision was based on his desire to make the best political decision possible.
• South Korea.President Yoon Suk-yeol's office stressed, “We do not want to comment on domestic political situations in other countries,” but added that the South Korean government “will continue to work closely with the United States to further develop a global comprehensive strategic alliance between South Korea and the United States.” < /li>
• Ireland. Foreign Secretary Michal Martin expressed “sadness and delight” at the news, calling Biden “a constant friend of Ireland” in his note. Martin noted that Biden had provided “invaluable support for the peace and prosperity of this island” and wished him the best.
• UK. Rishi Sunak, the former British prime minister, wrote that he saw Biden's “love of America and dedication to service” first-hand while working with him. He also highlighted some of the developments between the US and UK.
• Australia. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated that “the alliance between Australia and the United States has never been stronger through our shared commitment to democratic values, international security, economic prosperity and climate action for this and future generations.”
• New Zealand. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon emphasized that “Biden has dedicated his life to public service, and that deserves respect.” He thanked Biden for his “commitment to New Zealand” and said he looked forward to further cooperation until the end of his presidency.
• Venezuela. President Nicolas Maduro said Biden “made the smartest and most correct decision.” The politician added: “Biden put his family and his health as his first priority and realized that at this age and with poor health, he could not take over the leadership of the country, much less run for the presidency.”