More than a month later than most world leaders, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador yesterday congratulated President-elect Joe Biden on his victory, a delayed recognition that could affect future relations.
“In his message, Vladimir Putin wished the president-elect every success and expressed confidence that Russia and the United States, which bear special responsibility for global security and stability, can, despite their differences, effectively contribute to solving many problems and meeting challenges that the world is facing today,” the Kremlin said in a statement.
It went on to say that Putin relayed to Biden that he is “ready for interaction and contact” and suggested cooperation between the two countries based on “equality and mutual respect.”
López Obrador, in a letter to Biden, said he appreciated Biden’s position of “supporting Mexico’s and the world’s migrants” and urged him to “maintain good bilateral relations based on collaboration, friendship and respect for the sovereignty of our respective countries.”
The Russian and Mexican leaders were among the last heads of state to acknowledge Biden’s win; Brazil’s Jair Bolsonaro and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un have yet to extend congratulations to Biden. Biden’s victory advanced another step Monday when 306 electors voted for him.
(Source: The Washington Post)