Emmanuel Macron's re-election hailed internationally, from Europe to Africa

Europe 1 with AFP 1:16 a.m., April 25, 2022, modified at 1:16 a.m., April 25, 2022

Emmanuel Macron's re-election on Sunday after a second round of presidential elections marked by an increase in the far right was applauded in European capitals, which also highlighted the European challenges ahead for the French president.

First to congratulate Emmanuel Macron, the leaders of the European Union were delighted that Europe could "count on France for five more years", in the words of the President of the European Council Charles Michel, who represents the Member States.

"I am delighted to be able to continue our excellent cooperation. Together, we will move France and Europe forward", added the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen.

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“Congratulations, dear President @EmmanuelMacron,” German Social Democrat leader Olaf Scholz tweeted: “Your voters today sent a strong signal in favor of Europe. I look forward to our continuing good collaboration!”

Affirming that France was one of the "closest" allies of the United Kingdom, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson also said he was "happy to continue working" with Emmanuel Macron, in a tweet in French.

Congratulations to @EmmanuelMacron for your re-election as President of the French Republic.

France is one of our closest and most important allies.

I am happy to continue to work together on key issues for our two countries and for the world.

—Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) April 24, 2022

A "dynamic and methodical leadership"

“I look forward to continuing our good collaboration,” said Swiss President Ignazio Cassis, whose country is home to many French residents and employs even more cross-border workers, but does not always have cloudless relations with France.

Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin hailed the re-election of Emmanuel Macron, whose "dynamic and methodical leadership, important not only for France, but also for Europe", he underlined.

"The citizens have chosen a France committed to a free, strong and fair EU. Democracy wins. Europe wins. Congratulations Emmanuel Macron", applauded Spanish Socialist Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez in a tweet.

"Emmanuel Macron's victory in the French presidential election is wonderful news for all of Europe," Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi said in a statement.

"Let's continue our close cooperation, for our two countries and for a competitive, green and resilient European Union," encouraged Swedish Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson.

"I look forward to continuing to work together for Europe, security and the still very close relations between France and Finland," responded Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin.

Lämpimät onnittelut Emmanuel Macronille!

Our best congratulations on your re-election, President Emmanuel Macron!

I look forward to continuing to work together for Europe, security and the still very close relations between France and Finland.

— Sanna Marin (@MarinSanna) April 24, 2022

The "strong choice" of the French against the far right hailed

Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store accompanied his congratulations with a message on the "important tasks" awaiting the re-elected president: "Unite the French and take courageous decisions for the climate. Closer cooperation in Europe and the union against authoritarian forces and war."

Like him, Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo hailed the "strong choice" of the French against the far right: "They opted for certainties and for the values ​​of the Enlightenment. I warmly congratulate @EmmanuelMacron on his re-election and confirm to him our need for a strong and united Europe. We will be there."

"Congratulations Emmanuel Macron! An important victory for France, Europe, democracy!" Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis tweeted.

This Sunday, the French made a strong choice.

They opted for certainties and for the values ​​of the Enlightenment.

I warmly congratulate @EmmanuelMacron on his re-election and confirm to him our need for a strong and united Europe.

We will be there.

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— Alexander De Croo (@alexanderdecroo) April 24, 2022

Congratulations beyond Europe

Beyond the European Union, congratulations have also arrived.

Starting with Canada: “I look forward to continuing our work together on issues important to Canadians and French people – from defending democracy, to fighting climate change and economic growth for the middle class” said Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

The Ukrainian president also had a few words for his counterpart: "Congratulations to @EmmanuelMacron, a true friend of Ukraine, for his re-election!", tweeted Volodymyr Zelensky, who has spoken several times with the French president since Russian invasion of his country on February 24.

"I wish him further success for the good of the (French) people. I appreciate his support and I am convinced that we are moving forward together towards new common victories. Towards a strong and united Europe!", he added .

Congratulations to @EmmanuelMacron, a true friend of Ukraine, on his re-election!

I wish him further success for the good of the people.

I appreciate his support and I am convinced that we are moving forward together towards new common victories.

Towards a strong and united Europe!

— Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) April 24, 2022

A re-election hailed on the African continent

Emmanuel Macron received congratulations from Gabonese President Ali Bongo Ondimba: "More than a common past, our two countries have a future to build," he said.

The Ivorian Head of State Alassane Ouattara sent via his Facebook page his "warm congratulations" to Emmanuel Macron, rejoicing to "continue with him the strengthening of the ties of friendship and cooperation between Côte d'Ivoire and France ".

Mohamed Bazoum, his counterpart from Niger, tweeted: "I salute the brilliant re-election of Emmanuel Macron. His experience of international issues in general and the Sahel in particular makes him a valuable partner for us in our fight against terrorism."

I salute the brilliant re-election of Emmanuel Macron.

His experience of international issues in general and the Sahel in particular makes him a valuable partner for us in our fight against terrorism.

— Mohamed Bazoum (@mohamedbazoum) April 24, 2022

Support from WHO and UNHCR

At the UN, the High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) sent its "hearty congratulations" to Emmanuel Macron: "We will continue to count on his support - in France, in Europe and around the world - while the humanitarian challenges and the refugee crises are becoming more serious and complex every day," said Filippo Grandi.

Director General of the World Health Organization (WHO) Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus expressed his "looking forward to continuing the important partnership" with France.

Congratulations, my friend @EmmanuelMacron, on your re-election as President of #France.

I look forward to continuing the important partnership between and @WHO for a healthier, safer and fairer world.

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— Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus (@DrTedros) April 24, 2022