Although U.S. President Donald Trump wasn't conceding defeat, world leaders swiftly congratulated Joe Biden for his election victory Saturday and expressed hope that the new White House will prioritize the fight against climate change. Congratulations poured in for Biden from world capitals, included in nations governed by leaders who got along with Trump, essentially ignoring his claims that the divisive election race wasn't over. In Canada, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau issued a statement highlighting the two countries' "extraordinary relationship" as he congratulated Biden and his vice-presidential running mate, Kamala Harris. Eye on climate actionOther leaders who sent congratulations included Germany's Chancellor Angela Merkel, Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, a Trump ally. "She will be an incredible example and important role model for young girls throughout the world, showing them girls and boys enjoy the same rights and opportunities," Belgian prime minister Alexander De Croo said.

Source: CBC News November 07, 2020 20:35 UTC