US election 2024: How world media covered Donald Trump’s victory over Kamala Harris

Donald Trump made a comeback after the November 5 US presidential election, following his 2020 defeat to Joe Biden. Winning a solid majority in swing states against opponent Kamala Harris, securing his second term as president.

Prime Minister Modi reacted to Trump’s win by posting on X, “Heartiest congratulations, my friend, on your historic election victory.” (Photo: Agencies)

Voters across the US turned out for a tense election, with high traffic at polling stations despite some disruptions. Trump and Harris were neck-and-neck, with Trump ultimately emerging victorious. (Photo: Agencies)

Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirmed a conversation with Donald Trump after his US election win, emphasizing AUKUS and security ties. Ambassador Kevin Rudd deleted prior critical comments about Trump, aligning with the government’s diplomatic stance, as reported by Reuters.

Iranian newspapers in Tehran covered Trump's victory over Harris. (Photo: Agencies)

Bangkok newspapers reacted to Trump’s victory by featuring a snapshot of his victory speech, showing Trump on stage with Joe Rogan, his wife Melania, and his son Barron. (Photo: Agencies)

"I personally met President Trump as a young man, so I know that his strong leadership will lead to a better future for all of us," said Ferdinand Marcos Jr, President of the Philippines. (Photo: Agencies)

Chinese President Xi Jinping congratulated U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, stating, "China and the US must get along in the new era," in a message. (Photo: Agencies)

Indonesia's new leader, Prabowo Subianto, praised the potential of US-Indonesia relations under President-elect Donald Trump, expressing hope for collaboration. Previously blacklisted over alleged rights abuses, Prabowo now plans an official US visit after his China tour, as reported by the Barron. (Photo: Agencies)

Mexican President Sheinbaum reassured Mexicans that Donald Trump's win is "nothing to worry about," as reported by The Guardian. Trump's immigration policy, which focused heavily on curbing illegal immigration from Mexico and other Latin American countries, has long been a point of tension. (Photo: Agencies)

Newspapers in Seoul, South Korea, covered Trump's victory as the 47th president with headlines like "Trump Wins White House in Political Comeback," "Trump: America's First Returns," and "The 'Trump Storm' Gathers Strength." (Photo: Agencies)

Tokyo newspapers covered Trump's victory over Harris, featuring a US map dominated in red to symbolize Republican control, alongside numerous photos of Trump. (Photo: Agencies)

Athens newspapers in Greece ran headlines like "The Division Remains" and "Hate, Division, and Contestation" following Trump's defeat of Harris, dashing Democratic expectations. (Photo: Agencies)