Last updated on 7 June 2024
Narendra Modi has been elected as the Prime Minister of India for a historic third consecutive term. Political leaders from across the world have sent congratulatory messages for the victory achieved by the coalition after the BJP fell short of an absolute majority. Here is a summary of the notable messages and reactions.
Election Results Overview
In the 2024 general elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won 240 seats out of the 543-member Lok Sabha, short of the 272 seats needed for an absolute majority. However, the BJP allied with several regional parties under the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), which collectively won 293 seats, allowing Modi to retain his position as Prime Minister.
Global Leaders Celebrate Modi’s Victory
Joe Biden, President of the United States
President Biden congratulated Modi via Twitter: “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.“
Rishi Sunak, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
Prime Minister Sunak tweeted: “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. ब्रिटेन और भारत के बीच करीबी मित्रता है, और साथ मिलकर यह मित्रता आगे बढ़ती रहेगी।“
Emmanuel Macron, President of France
President Macron extended his congratulations to Modi, highlighting the strategic partnership between France and India. He reiterated France’s commitment to supporting India’s vision for a prosperous and sustainable future.
President Macron tweeted: “India has concluded the world’s largest elections! Congratulations @NarendraModi, my dear friend. Together we will continue strengthening the strategic partnership that unites India and France.“
Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister of Australia
Anthony Albanese tweeted: “Always good to talk with you as leader of the world’s largest democracy – much work to do enhancing our Strategic Partnership and with the Quad.”
Benjamin Netanyahu – בנימין נתניהו, Prime Minister of Israel
Benjamin Netanyahu tweeted: “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 !“
Lula, President of the Republic. Working to rebuild Brazil
Lula tweeted: “Desejo ao primeiro-ministro indiano, @narendramodi, um terceiro mandato de muito êxito na promoção do desenvolvimento sustentável, no combate às desigualdades e no fortalecimento da cooperação entre nossos países. Brasil e Índia são aliados no enfrentamento das injustiças da ordem internacional e no combate à fome e à pobreza. Que possamos nos reunir nas Cúpulas do G20 e do IBAS aqui no Brasil e seguir trabalhando juntos.”
English: “I wish the Indian Prime Minister, @narendramodi , a very successful third term in promoting sustainable development, combating inequalities and strengthening cooperation between our countries. Brazil and India are allies in confronting injustices in the international order and in the fight against hunger and poverty. May we meet at the G20 and IBSA Summits here in Brazil and continue working together.”
Bjarni Benediktsson, Prime Minister of iceland
Bjarni Benediktsson tweeted: “Congratulations to Prime Minister @narendramodi and the BJP on your victory in the world’s largest democratic election in history. I look forward to deepening Iceland and India’s cooperation through our newly signed trade and economic partnership agreemen.“
Edgars Rinkēvičs, President of the Republic of Latvia
Edgars Rinkēvičs tweeted: “Congratulations to Prime Minister of India @narendramodi on the electoral victory. Looking forward to developing bilateral ties between Latvia and India as well as working together to promote peace and law globally.“
HH Sheikh Mohammed, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Minister of Defense of the United Arab Emirates
HH Sheikh Mohammed tweeted: “Congratulations to Prime Minister @narendramodi on his historic re-election for a third term. We trust that India, under his leadership, will maintain its economic progress and continue to build on his remarkable achievements of the past decade. We look forward to further strengthening our bilateral relations across all areas of cooperation for mutual benefit and prosperity.“
Javier Milei, President of Argentina
Javier Milei tweeted: “Felicito al Primer Ministro @NarendraModi por la victoria en las elecciones en las que participaron de manera pacífica y ordenada más de 642 millones de personas confirmando la fuerza y la pujanza de la democracia india.“
Narendra Modi’s third term as Prime Minister is a significant moment in Indian politics. The wide range of congratulatory messages from global and regional leaders reflects India’s important role on the world stage. As Modi prepares to begin this new term, the country and the world are keenly watching the developments and policies that will shape the future.
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