Wednesday, November 11, 2020

President Elect: Lack of Congratulations!

 

With the recent buzz of the American election it is easy to see how anyone could become swept up in the chaos. However, one would expect officials who are leading countries, especially those who share common goals and daily life, would want to be on good terms with one another. This recent election was a very close election that left Biden as the next President of the United States. In light of this despite many congratulations coming in, there are powerful nations who have decided not to extend any congratulatory sentiments for Biden just yet. Such areas as, Russia, China, Turkey, Brazil, and Mexico have in the past openly spoke on matters with the Trump administration and even extended congratulations in advance to the swearing ceremony.

What could this mean for upcoming President-elect? Does this mean that the United States will have upcoming issues with these countries? Is there a bigger-picture situation being held behind closed doors?

It could be very easy to see why someone like Trump would not acknowledge the defeat of his campaign yet, but if countries truly have no issue with dealing with the recently chosen President then why have that not followed suit?

Some countries are following the suit of Mexico, where they “are going to wait for all the legal issues to be resolved… We do not want to act lightly” (CNN, link at bottom). This is the way to prevent saying anything in event the election results be reversed, but this could hold something foreboding for the relationship with president-elect if election results stand as is. The next few weeks should bring about many answers for all tuned in.

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