Governments and politicians worldwide have offered reactions to the results of the U.S. midterm elections, acknowledging the potential for significant impacts on global trade, security, and energy prices.
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez suggested the American vote was a rejection of policies focused on impoverishment, hatred, sexism, climate denial, and elite privilege. He drew parallels to recent elections in Brazil and predicted a similar outcome in Spain. "The American people voted against policies that only serve to impoverish people. Against hatred. Against sexism. Against climate denial and against the privileges of the elites," Sanchez wrote on X.
Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere characterized the results as a "powerful political signal about a change of course among American voters." He noted the emergence of voices in American politics that are closer to Norway's positions on issues such as climate, the environment, foreign policy, and development aid.
Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the island nation continues to monitor the situation closely. Taiwan's policy towards the United States is guided by non-partisanship and aims to build broad goodwill, with consistent support from both the U.S. Congress and the executive branch. The ministry expressed its intent to deepen cooperation with the U.S. across security, trade, technology, and education.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa commented that the results "will introduce a new era in world relations," noting the Democrats' control of the Senate and the House.
European Parliament Vice President Christel Schaldemose expressed cautious optimism, suggesting the results could benefit support for Ukraine, the green transition, and international relations, but emphasized the need for the EU to remain strong and self-reliant.
A spokesperson for the Greek government affirmed that Greek-American relations would remain strong, as the U.S. is a strategic ally. They noted that key committee positions might be held by individuals with whom the Greek government has good working relationships.
From Russia, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov stated that the Democratic Party leadership's stance towards Russia is "sharply negative," but asserted that Russia's policies, particularly regarding Ukraine, are principled and consistent, not dependent on political fluctuations in other countries.
Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara reiterated that the Japan-U.S. alliance is the cornerstone of Japan's foreign and security policy. He stressed the alliance's importance for maximizing Japan's national interests and for international peace and stability, especially amid a turbulent global landscape.