World leaders congratulate Albanese, pledge stronger ties with Australia

Australia's re-elected Prime Minister Anthony Albanese (centre) waits to place an order at a cafe in Sydney on May 4, 2025, following his party's decisive victory in the federal election. - AFP

KUALA LUMPUR: World leaders have congratulated Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on his May 3 electoral victory, reaffirming their commitment to deepening bilateral and multilateral ties with Canberra under his continued leadership.

Messages of goodwill poured in from across the globe, with leaders expressing admiration for Albanese’s leadership and a shared desire to strengthen cooperation in areas such as trade, investment, sustainability, and regional partnerships.