'Trump Perfect Match' Netanyahu, Israeli Prime Minister: "Congratulations to Biden... Looking Forward to Working Together"

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Photo by Yonhap News)

[Asia Economy Reporter Moon Jiwon] Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu congratulated Joe Biden, the Democratic presidential candidate of the United States, on his election victory on the 8th (local time).

Since he was known to have a strong friendly relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump, there was analysis that he would delay his congratulatory message as much as possible, but on this day he ultimately sent a message recognizing Biden's victory.

In an English post on his Twitter account that morning, Prime Minister Netanyahu said, "Congratulations to Joe Biden and Kamala Harris," adding, "We have had a long and warm personal relationship for nearly 40 years."

He continued, "I know that you are great friends of Israel," and "I look forward to working with both of you to strengthen the special alliance between the United States and Israel."

Netanyahu also expressed gratitude for the friendship President Trump showed toward Israel.

The Israeli media Times of Israel reported that he broke his silence about 12 hours after Biden's victory was declared and conveyed his congratulations to Biden.

Earlier, the U.S. internet media Axios reported, citing a close aide to Netanyahu, that "Netanyahu is waiting for the official results."

Since President Trump has not acknowledged his defeat in the election, it is analyzed that Netanyahu delayed his congratulatory message out of consideration for him. President Trump and Netanyahu have been regarded as a 'perfect match' so far.

Meanwhile, Israeli President Reuven Rivlin said in a statement on the same day, "We send blessings to our friend Joe Biden, elected as the 46th President of the United States," adding, "You are Israel's closest and most important partner."

Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz also tweeted, "Since the election results have been finalized, I congratulate Joe Biden, a true friend of Israel and a longtime supporter, on being elected president."

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