Lok Sabha poll 2024 Results Int’l Reactions LIVE: ‘UK-India share closest friendship,’ Rishi Sunak congratulates Modi | Mint

India’s close neighbours, especially Pakistan and China, will watch the Lok Sabha elections 2024 results closely, as they will have far-reaching impacts on the regional security apparatus. In the last few years, India’s stature rose as a leader in South Asia, and New Delhi’s close proximity with Washington is the biggest hurdle for China, which is looking to dominate the region with its expansionist policies.

Pakistan and its model of terrorism against India took a severe hit in the past few years due to proactive measures from the Indian defence forces. Their leaders have commented on the Lok Sabha elections 2024 multiple times, drawing a strong rebuke from India’s politicians.

India’s stand amid two global wars- the Russia-Ukraine war in Europe and the Hamas war in the Middle East, was praised and criticised at the same time. Amid intense geopolitical tensions, the leaders of the warring nations will observe the developments in Indian elections.

LOK SABHA ELECTION 2024 RESULTS INTERNATIONAL REACTIONS LIVE:

Cyprus President congratulates Modi on elections win

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides posted on X, “My warmest congratulations @narendramodi. Committed to continue working w you to further reinforce the Cyprus-India strategic partnership, based on deep-rooted ties, shared interests and the rules-based international order, for the mutual benefit of our two countries and peoples.”

“Thank you President @Christodulides. India-Cyprus strategic partnership will continue to gain new heights in the years to come,” Modi replied.

French President congratulates Modi on elections win

French President Emmanuel Macron posted on X, “India has concluded the world’s largest elections! Congratulations @NarendraModi, my dear friend. Together we will continue strenghtening the strategic partnership that unites India and France.”

To this, Modi replied, “Thank you for your warm wishes my friend @EmmanuelMacron. India-France strategic partnership is underscored by exceptional trust and confidence. I look forward to working with you realise our Horizon 2047 vision for the benefit of our people and the world.”

European Commission President congratulates Modi on elections win

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in a post on X said, “Congratulations to the people of India! And congratulations Narendra Modi. As the EU moves into its own elections, we celebrate the voice of the people in our democracies, the two biggest in the world. I look forward to a continued fruitful partnership between the EU and India.”

UAE President congratulates Modi on elections win

President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan posted on X, “I extend my sincere congratulations to my friend PM Narendra Modi on his re-election as Prime Minister and wish him success in leading India to further progress and growth. Our two countries enjoy a deeply rooted strategic partnership and I look forward to our continued collaboration aimed at advancing the shared development goals of our nations and our peoples.”

“Thank you dear brother @MohamedBinZayed for your warm words. Building on the high momentum and upward trajectory of India-UAE ties in the recent years, I look forward to working with you to achieve unprecedented heights in the years to come,” Modi replied. 

US President congratulates Modi on elections win

“Congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the National Democratic Alliance on their victory, and the nearly 650 million voters in this historic election. The friendship between our nations is only growing as we unlock a shared future of unlimited potential,” US President Joe Biden posted on X.

Modi replied saying, “”Happy to receive call from my friend President @JoeBiden. Deeply value his warm words of felicitations and his appreciation for the Indian democracy. Conveyed that India-US Comprehensive Global Partnership is poised to witness many new landmarks in the years to come. Our partnership will continue to be a force for global good for the benefit of humanity.” 

German Chancellor congratulates Modi on elections win

“Our countries have been strategic partners for decades. We will continue our successful cooperation to deepen German-Indian relations and to work on international and global issues. look forward to seeing you again soon,” German Chancellor Olaf Scholz congratulated Modi on Lok Sabha Elections 2024 victory.

Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulates Modi on Lok Sabha Elections 2024 victory

Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Narendra Modi and said, “Please accept my heartfelt congratulations on the victory of the Indian People’s Party in the general parliamentary elections. The voting results again confirmed your personal high political authority, support for your course towards accelerated socio-economic development of India and the protection of its interests on the world stage.”

“We attach great importance to the relationship of a particularly privileged strategic partnership with New Delhi. I am confident that the interests of the friendly peoples of Russia and India are in the interests of further building up traditional mutually beneficial cooperation and filling it with new content,” he added.

“I sincerely wish you new successes in your government activities, as well as good health and prosperity,” Putin said. 

Republic of Korea’s President congratulates Modi on election win

Republic of Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol in Hiroshima wrote in a post on X, “Congratulations to PM Modi for winning the general election with broad support of the Indian people. The result shows their unwavering trust in your outstanding leadership. Look forward to working closely with you to deepen the Korea-India Special Strategic Partnership!”

Rishi Sunak congratulates Modi on election win

“Today I spoke to @narendramodi to congratulate him on his election victory. The UK and India share the closest of friendships, and together that friendship will continue to thrive,” UK PM Rishi Sunak wrote in a post on X.

Netherlands PM congratulates Modi on election win

Netherlands Prime Minister Mark Rutte wrote in a post on X, “Just spoke with Prime Minister Modi to congratulate him on his election victory. We also discussed ways to further enhance the strong cooperation between our countries in areas such as security, water management, green energy, semiconductors and healthcare.”

Indonesian President congratulates Modi on election win

Indonesian President Joko Widodo wrote in a post on X, “Congratulations to Prime Minister Modi for the successful completion & result of the 2024 Indian General Election. Look forward to the enhanced Indonesia – India comprehensive strategic partnership for the mutual prosperity of our two countries and the region.”

“Thank you President @jokowi for your warm wishes. I recall my recent fruitful visits to Indonesia with great fondness. Look forward to our continued cooperation bilaterally as well as at multilateral forums,” Modi replied.

President of the Republic of Serbia congratulates Modi on election win

President of the Republic of Serbia said in a post on X, “Heartfelt congratulations Narendra Modi on your electoral victory. I am confident that India will continue on its current path of impressive successes and prosperity under your prudent leadership and that we will keep fostering strong ties between Serbia and India.”

Israel congratulates Modi on election win

“I extend my warmest congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on being reelected for a third consecutive term. May the friendship between India and Israel continue to surge towards new heights. Badhaai Ho !”, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tweeted on social media platform X.

Modi replied to Netanyahu, saying, “Thank you Prime Minister @netanyahu for your warm wishes. Look forward to further enhancing India-Israel friendship and regional cooperation in the interest of peace, security and prosperity. Toda Raba!” 

Taiwan President congratulates PM Modi after third successive win

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his third consecutive victory in the Lok Sabha elections and said he looks forward to expanding the “fast-growing” ties between the two nations.

“My sincere congratulations to Prime Minister @narendramodi on his election victory. We look forward to enhancing the fast-growing #Taiwan-#India partnership, expanding our collaboration on trade, technology & other sectors to contribute to peace & prosperity in the #IndoPacific,” President Lai posted on X.

China congratulates India PM Modi on election win

China on Wednesday congratulated Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi following his election win, adding it was “ready to work” with its neighbour. A “healthy and stable China-India relationship is in the common interest of both sides and is also conducive to peace and development in the region and the world,” foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning told a regular press conference. “The Chinese side would like to congratulate” Modi’s BJP party and his National Democratic Alliance, she added.

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy congratulates PM Modi

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday congratulated Narendra Modi who is set for a third consecutive term as Prime Minister of India with the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance emerged victorious in the parliamentary elections.

In a post on X, Zelenskyy wrote, “I welcome the successful holding of the world’s largest democratic elections in India. Congratulations to Prime Minister @NarendraModi, the BJP, and BJP-led NDA on the third consecutive victory in India’s parliamentary elections.”

11.00 am: USISPF congratulates PM Modi on historic third consecutive win in Lok Sabha polls

The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) extended their heartfelt congratulations to the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on a historic third consecutive win in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. “The Board of the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) congratulates the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) on a historic third consecutive term in the 2024 Lok Sabha General Elections,” the USISPF said in a statement.

9.40 am: USIBC congratulates PM Modi on electoral victory

The US-India Business Council congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the ruling NDA on their victory in the Lok Sabha elections. “The US-India Business Council (USIBC) congratulates all Indians on the successful completion of the Lok Sabha elections and congratulates Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the National Democratic Alliance on their expanded mandate,” Atul Keshap, the USIBC president and CEO, said in a statement on Tuesday.

9.30 am: Sri Lankan president Ranil Wickremesinghe extends warmest wishes

“I extend my warmest felicitations to the @BJP4India led NDA on its victory, demonstrating the confidence of the Indian people in the progress and prosperity under the leadership of PM @narendramodi . As the closest neighbour Sri Lanka looks forward to further strengthening the partnership with India,” the Sri Lankan president Ranil Wickremesinghe wrote on X.

9: 10 am: India-US positive momentum to continue, says top American corporate leader

Congratulating Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his third consecutive electoral victory, a top American corporate leader exuded confidence about the positive Indo-US momentum continuing. “Congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has captured his third term during India’s general election. Under his leadership, India has made tremendous progress economically and with digitisation,” Cisco Chairman Emeritus John Chambers said in a social media post. He added, “Keep an eye on India — I have no doubt this positive momentum will continue.”

8:52 am: Husain Haqqani, Ex-Pakistani ambassador to US, congratulate people of India

Husain Haqqani, a former Pakistani ambassador to the US, congratulated the people of India. “Congratulations to the people of India for going through their 18th parliamentary elections since 1947 and never having to deal with allegations of massive rigging or stolen mandates. That is commitment to democracy,” he said in a social media post as quoted by PTI.

8.21 am: Japan congratulates Modi on election win

Japan congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ruling alliance on their victory in India’s general election, calling the country an “important partner”. “We congratulate the ruling coalition led by Prime Minister Modi on their declaration of victory,” top government spokesman Yoshimasa Hayashi told reporters. “India is an important partner for the realisation of a free and open Indo-Pacific, and we will continue to strengthen the Japan-India relationship,” he said.

8:15 am: Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay congratulates Modi, says, ‘as he continues to lead Bharat…’

Bhutan’s Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay also congratulated Modi and NDA for the historic third consecutive win and said he looked forward to working closely with him.

“Congratulations to my friend PM @narendramodi ji and NDA for the historic 3rd consecutive win in the world’s biggest elections. As he continues to lead Bharat to great heights, I look forward to working closely with him to further strengthen the relations between our 2 countries,” he wrote on X.

7.54 am: Nepal prime minister Prachanda congratulates Modi

Nepal Prime Minister ‘Prachanda’ congratulated his Indian counterpart on the electoral success of his party-led alliance.

“Congratulations to PM @narendramodi on the electoral success of BJP and NDA in the Lok Sabha elections for the third consecutive term. We are happy to note the successful completion of the world’s largest democratic exercise with enthusiastic participation of the people of India,” he said in a post on X.

7:30 am: Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth congratulated Modi

In a post on X, Jugnauth said, “Congratulations Prime Minister Modi Ji @narendramodi on your laudable victory for a historic third term. Under your helm, the largest democracy will continue to achieve remarkable progress. Long live the Mauritius-India special relationship.” In response, Modi said “Thank you Prime Minister @KumarJugnauth ji for your heartfelt message. Mauritius plays a crucial role at the intersection of our Neighbourhood First policy, Vision SAGAR and our commitment for the Global South.” “I look forward to working together to further deepen our special partnership,” he added.

6:42 am: Maldives President Dr Mohamed Muizzu tweets for PM Modi

“Congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP and BJP-led NDA, on the success in the 2024 Indian General Election, for the third consecutive term. I look forward to working together to advance our shared interests in pursuit of shared prosperity and stability for our two countries,” Muizzu said.

6:41 am: Italian PM Georgia Meloni congratulates PM Narendra Modi for a third term.

She said, “Congratulations to @narendramodi on the new electoral victory and my warmest wishes for good work. Certain that we will continue to work together to strengthen the friendship that unites Italy and India and consolidate cooperation on the various issues that bind us, for the well-being of our Nations and our peoples.”

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Published: 05 Jun 2024, 06:37 AM IST