Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Photo: RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters have joined the chorus of global leaders to congratulate Republican candidate Donald Trump's US presidential win.
"The United States is one of New Zealand's most important partners. Tonight, I congratulate President-elect @realDonaldTrump and look forward to building New Zealand's relationship with his incoming Administration," Luxon posted on X.
The United States is one of New Zealand’s most important partners.
— Christopher Luxon (@chrisluxonmp) November 6, 2024
Tonight, I congratulate President-elect @realDonaldTrump and look forward to building New Zealand’s relationship with his incoming Administration.
Peters also paid homage to Trump, posting on X that: "The American people have spoken. New Zealand looks forward to working with their next President & Vice President.
"Congratulations to @realDonaldTrump & @JDVance on your victory. New Zealand and the United States are two great democratic, open societies - and our bilateral relationship will continue to go from strength to strength."
The American people have spoken.
— Winston Peters (@NewZealandMFA) November 6, 2024
New Zealand looks forward to working with their next President & Vice President.
Congratulations to @realDonaldTrump & @JDVance on your victory.
New Zealand and the United States are two great democratic, open societies - and our bilateral…
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