How the world has responded to Donald Trump's presidential victory

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U.S. President-elect Donald Trump speaks at his election night rally in Manhattan

Throughout Wednesday, the US and much of the world acknowledge the victory of Donald Trump in the US presidential election.

Many in the US and around the globe expressed dismay at Trump's ascension to the Oval Office, but many world leaders said they looked forward to working with the incoming administration and hoped to continue the relationships they had established and developed during Barack Obama's two terms in office.

Trump, as a populist politician who has taken controversial stances on polarizing issues like immigration and trade, has also won the praise of some of the world's anti-establishment leaders.

Below, you can read a selection of the comments and congratulations extended by world leaders to their newest counterpart.