Xi Jinping, Trump and Macron and other world leaders congratulate India on R-Day

Several global leaders including Chinese President Xi Jinping US President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron extended warm greetings to India on the occasion of its Republic Day 2026India marked the 77th Republic day with a grand parade in the national capital showcasing its rich cultural heritage economic progress and military strengthThe celebrations featured Indian Air Forces fighter aircraft indigenously developed missiles newly raised military units and advanced weapon systemsXi describes India and China as good neighboursChinese President Xi Jinping described India and China as ldquogood neighbours friends and partnersrdquo He said cooperation between the ldquodragon and the elephantrdquo was the right choice for both countries and praised improving bilateral relations that contribute to global peace and prosperity reported the PTIIndiaUS share a historic relationship TrumpPresident Donald Trump said India and the United States share a historic relationship as the worldrsquos largest and oldest democraciesldquoOn behalf of the people of the United States I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the government and people of Indiardquo Trump said adding that the bond between the two nations is rooted in shared democratic values according to the PTIMacron extends best wishes to IndiansFrench President Emmanuel Macron shared a message on social media recalling his visit as chief guest at Indiarsquos 75th Republic Day celebrationsPosting a photograph with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on X Macron extended his best wishes to the people of India and said he looked forward to meeting again soonWhat a wonderful memory of the RepublicDay we shared together in 2024 My dear friend NarendraModi dear Indian friends my very best wishes on this great day of celebration See you in February to continue building together pictwittercomqQrfonVLqomdash Emmanuel Macron EmmanuelMacron January 26 2026European leaders recall close ties with IndiaPresident of the European Council Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen attended as chief guestsBritish King Charles III highlighted the strong and enduring partnership between India and the United Kingdom In his message to President Droupadi Murmu he emphasised shared Commonwealth values and praised cooperation in clean energy climate finance and sustainable growth as per the PTINeighbouring and global nations send warm wishesBhutanrsquos Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay conveyed greetings to Prime Minister Modi and the people of India expressing hope that the close friendship between the two nations would continue to grow strongerI join the people of Bhutan in extending warm Republic Day greetings to PM narendramodi Ji the Government and people of India This joyous occasion celebrates Indiarsquos inspiring journey and reflects the close bonds and shared values between our two nations pictwittercomqNh5lVeuMAmdash Tshering Tobgay tsheringtobgay January 26 2026Belarus President Alexander Lukashenka praised the resilience of Indian democracy calling it a product of Indiarsquos ancient civilisation He said Belarus valued its longstanding and friendly relations with IndiaSaudi Arabiarsquos King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman wished India continued progress and prosperity while also praising the strong ties between the two countriesMaldives President Mohamed Muizzu highlighted Indiarsquos commitment to democracy and good governance expressing hope for further strengthening bilateral relationsSri Lankarsquos Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath thanked India for its continued support and cooperation especially during recent challenges faced by his countryIran Israel and Australia congratulateIran Israel Australia and Armenia also sent congratulatory messages reaffirming their commitment to strengthening diplomatic economic and strategic ties with India