Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan received well wishes from various world leaders, including Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin, after winning the historic run-off election to extend his rule.
President Biden expressed his hope to collaborate with Erdogan on global challenges, emphasizing their NATO alliance and bilateral issues.
President Putin, despite some disagreements, acknowledged Erdogan’s victory as the outcome of his dedicated work and the Turkish people’s support for his efforts to strengthen state sovereignty and pursue an independent foreign policy.
Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, highlighted the strategic importance of strengthening the EU-Turkey relationship.
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg looked forward to continuing their work together and preparing for the upcoming NATO Summit in July.
Antonio Guterres, the UN chief, congratulated Erdogan on his re-election and expressed his desire to strengthen cooperation between Turkey and the United Nations.
China also congratulated the elected president emphasizing the importance of Turkey’s development path that aligns with its national conditions.
French President Emmanuel Macron acknowledged the significant challenges that both nations need to address together, including the restoration of peace in Europe.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky welcomed Erdogan’s victory, highlighting the need to strengthen the strategic partnership and cooperation for the security and stability of Europe.
Ioannis Sarmas, the interim prime minister of Greece, extended wishes of peace and prosperity to the Turkish people. Former PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis, while acknowledging the challenges in changing a country’s policy, expressed his desire for improved relations with Turkey after recent earthquakes.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz emphasized the close partnership and intertwined economies of Germany and Turkey, expressing his congratulations to President Erdogan and the shared goal of advancing their common agenda.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed confidence in the growth of bilateral ties and cooperation on global issues.
Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif praised Erdogan as a pillar of strength for oppressed Muslims, highlighting the significance of his victory and the Turkish people’s trust in his dynamic leadership.
Taliban-appointed Prime Minister Al-Haj Mullah Muhammad Hassan Akhund prayed for Turkey’s strength, stability, and service to religion.
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan expressed a desire to enhance the strategic partnership between the two countries.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa looked forward to working with Turkey under Erdogan to strengthen bilateral and multilateral relations.
