'Achieved A Lot For His Country': World Leaders Praise Biden's Work As He Quits Re-Election Race

World leaders praised President Joe Biden for his work in office after he announced that he was quitting the presidential race.

Allies of the United States offered tributes to Biden’s decades of government service.

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World leaders have reacted to the surprise announcement by US President Joe Biden to quit the re-election race set for November. Allies of the United States lauded Biden’s decades of government service and discussed him as a partner in international security. 

Former president Barack Obama, with whom Biden served two terms as vice president, praised his record in office. 

"Joe Biden has been one of America’s most consequential presidents, as well as a dear friend and partner to me. Today, we’ve also been reminded — again — that he’s a patriot of the highest order," Obama said in a statement on X.

He (Biden) restored America's standing in the world, revitalised NATO, and mobilised the world to stand up against Russian aggression in Ukraine, said the former US President.

While he had every right to run for re-election, Biden's decision to drop out of the race was testament to his "love of country", Obama added.

Joe Biden has been one of America’s most consequential presidents, as well as a dear friend and partner to me. Today, we’ve also been reminded – again – that he’s a patriot of the highest order.

Here’s my full statement: https://t.co/Bs2ZumFXxe

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) July 21, 2024

"Dear President Joe Biden," wrote Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk on X, "you've taken many difficult decisions thanks to which Poland, America and the world are safer, and democracy stronger."

"I know you were driven by the same motivations when announcing your final decision. Probably the most difficult one in your life," said the Polish PM.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that he "respected" Biden's decision and called his career "remarkable".

"I respect President Biden's decision and I look forward to us working together during the remainder of his presidency," Starmer said in a statement.

"I know that, as he has done throughout his remarkable career, he will have made his decision based on what he believes is best for the American people."

I respect President Biden's decision and I look forward to us working together during the remainder of his presidency.

I know that, as he has done throughout his remarkable career, he will have made his decision based on what he believes is best for the American people. https://t.co/SCxFFtyl73

— Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) July 21, 2024

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz wrote on X: "My friend Joe Biden has achieved a lot for his country, for Europe, for the world. Thanks to him, transatlantic cooperation is close, NATO is strong and the US is a good and reliable partner for us. His decision not to run again deserves respect."

My friend @POTUS Joe Biden has achieved a lot: for his country, for Europe, for the world. Thanks to him, transatlantic cooperation is close, NATO is strong and the USA is a good and reliable partner for us. His decision not to run again deserves respect.

— Bundeskanzler Olaf Scholz (@Bundeskanzler) July 21, 2024

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy who met with Biden at last week's NATO Summit as the country endures its third year of war with Russia, said that Ukraine was "grateful to President Biden for his unwavering support for Ukraine's fight for freedom, which, along with strong bipartisan support in the United States, has been and continues to be critical."

Israel's Defence Minister Yoav Gallant thanked Biden for his "unwavering support of Israel over the years".

Thank you President @JoeBiden, for your unwavering support of Israel over the years. Your steadfast backing, especially during the war, has been invaluable. We are grateful for your leadership and friendship. 🇺🇸🇮🇱

— יואב גלנט - Yoav Gallant (@yoavgallant) July 21, 2024

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau also thanked Biden for his years of service. "He's a great man, and everything he does is guided by his love for his country," he wrote on X.

"As president, he is a partner to Canadians -- and a true friend. To President Biden and the First Lady: thank you."

I’ve known President Biden for years. He’s a great man, and everything he does is guided by his love for his country. As President, he is a partner to Canadians — and a true friend.

To President Biden and the First Lady: thank you. pic.twitter.com/5mQvFn8INn

— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) July 21, 2024

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese wrote on X, "Thank you for your leadership and ongoing service President Biden. The Australia-US Alliance has never been stronger with our shared commitment to democratic values, international security, economic prosperity and climate action for this and future generations."

Thank you for your leadership and ongoing service President Biden. The Australia-US Alliance has never been stronger with our shared commitment to democratic values, international security, economic prosperity and climate action for this and future generations. https://t.co/gkAggLguAj

— Anthony Albanese (@AlboMP) July 21, 2024

As Biden announced to step down from the presidential race, he endorsed Vice President Kamala for the top post. Harris vowed to united Democrats and defeat Donald Trump.