President Barack Obama and the first family take the stage in Chicago after the president's re-election
British PM David Cameron referred to the President as his friend
Australian PM Julie Gillard was another global figure quick of the mark to offer congratulations
Israeli's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the strategic alliance between Israel and the U.S. is stronger than ever
British Prime Minister David Cameron was one of the first global leaders to congratulate the president
'U.S. leadership remains vital to
meeting global challenges; international financial stability and global
economic growth, peace and security, and the impacts of our changing
climate.'
Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak has also congratulated Obama and highlighted strengthening relations.
'It is my hope that President Obama will continue in his efforts to foster understanding and respect between the United States and Muslims around the world,' Najib said in a statement.
'As a moderate Muslim nation, Malaysia stands ready to help the United States as it seeks to better engage with those of Islamic faith.'
Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda, whose country is America’s biggest ally in Asia and hosts almost 40,000 of its military personnel, told reporters 'we look forward to continued cooperation' following the president’s re-election.
Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak has also congratulated Obama and highlighted strengthening relations.
'It is my hope that President Obama will continue in his efforts to foster understanding and respect between the United States and Muslims around the world,' Najib said in a statement.
'As a moderate Muslim nation, Malaysia stands ready to help the United States as it seeks to better engage with those of Islamic faith.'
Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda, whose country is America’s biggest ally in Asia and hosts almost 40,000 of its military personnel, told reporters 'we look forward to continued cooperation' following the president’s re-election.
Australia's PM Julia Gillard said the president had a key role in meeting global challenges on issues such as climate change
Malaysia's PM Najib Razak said President Obama could help foster respect between the U.S. and Muslims around the world
Four more years: Barack Obama delivered a powerful acceptance speech early on Wednesday morning in Chicago
Together: Michelle, Sasha, Barack and Malia Obama celebrate the President's victory on stage
Helping hand: Obama embraces Vice President Joe Biden on stage at his Chicago headquarters
Commander in chief: Obama was elected by the country to serve another four years in the White House
Family: The delighted President was joined by his wife Michelle and their daughters Sasha and Malia
Crowd: Obama delivered his speech in front of thousands of supporters in Chicago
Team: Obama called Biden 'America's happy warrior' as he paid tribute to his role in the election campaign
Pride: The whole Obama family congratulated the President after his landslide election
Still
in the spotlight: Obama will remain the country's most prominent
political figure for the next four years, until his successor is elected
in 2016
Says it all: Michelle Obama was visibly fired up by her husband's election success
Confetti: The Obama victory rally was showered in coloured paper as the President emerged to speak
Scene: The crowds of Obama supporters wanted to party like it was 2008 as they rediscovered their energy at last
Yes we could: Barack Obama and Joe Biden congratulate each other with their wives in Chicago
Ready to get back to business: Barack Obama has been re-elected for a second term as President
Success: Obama supporters explode with delight as their candidate comes closer to victory
Victory: Jesse Jackson celebrated wins for President Obama and his son, Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr