New Delhi: Republican Party leader Donald Trump has won the US presidential election. He has occupied this post for the second time. In such a situation when many countries of the world are embroiled in wars or conflicts are going on, it will be interesting to see what kind of relations the White House will have with the leaders of powerful countries. What will be the impact on relations? What is Trump's equation-chemistry with the heads of states of the world's big countries? Let's take a look ...

Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin

Russia is secretly happy with Trump's return to power. It hopes that the Russia-Ukraine war will end now. It is a different matter that Russian President Putin has not yet congratulated Trump on his victory. In response to a question, the Kremlin spokesperson said that we should not forget that we are talking about an unfriendly country which is directly and indirectly involved in the war against our country. This seems to be Russia's measured initial stance. However, it seems that Trump has admiration for Putin in his heart.

He also promised that if he comes to power, he will end the Ukraine war in a day. Experts believe that he intends to do this by forcing Ukraine to give some territory to Russia. Anyway, Russia has already occupied a large part of Ukraine. When Russia's action started in Ukraine in February 2022, Trump described Putin as intelligent and talented. In the past, there have been many talks between Trump and Putin.

Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping Like Putin, Trump has personally praised Chinese President Xi Jinping, but this is not reflected in his policy. Meanwhile, planners in Beijing may see Trump's second term as both a challenge and an opportunity.

According to Politico's report, in 2023, Trump described Xi as smart, brilliant and perfect in everything. Earlier this year, he said that he has a good rapport with Xi. He wants China to do well. He was a very good friend of mine during my previous tenure. In 2020, when he was President, Trump said in Davos that our relations with China are probably better now than ever before.

However, amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Trump repeatedly called the coronavirus the Chinese virus and blamed China for its spread. In terms of policy, the US administration under Trump presented China as a threat and a strategic rival. No US president before him had clearly presented Beijing as a strategic threat. This time too, he has promised to increase duties on Chinese imports.

Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

When Trump was formerly president, he had a very good rapport with Netanyahu and his government strongly supported Israel. As Trump himself said in January 2020 - 'As everyone knows, I have done a lot for Israel. Moving the US embassy to Jerusalem, recognizing the Golan Heights and most importantly, pulling out of the terrible Iran nuclear deal.'

Trump also oversaw the signing of the Abraham Accords, which normalised Israel's relations with four Arab countries - Sudan, Morocco, Bahrain and the UAE. Trump's relations with Netanyahu soured after the latter congratulated Joe Biden on his victory in an election that Trump alleged was rigged. Trump also criticised the Israeli leader for his failure to prevent a Hamas attack on October 7. However, the two leaders have worked on improving their relationship. In July this year, Trump hosted Netanyahu and his wife Sara at his Florida resort Mar-a-Lago.

Trump and Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

Trump has a good friendship with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS). Trump's first foreign trip after becoming president last time was to Saudi Arabia. The US and this desert kingdom have always had a strong relationship for oil and security. Trump's personal liking for MBS further boosted this. Trump never criticized MBS on the allegations of human rights violations in Saudi Arabia.

He also said nothing to the Saudi leader over the murder of Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi. He vetoed efforts to limit military aid to Saudi Arabia. Trump and MBS held talks in April this year. In October, Trump said on Saudi Arabia's state TV network Al Arabiya that he has great respect for the Crown Prince. He is doing a great job. He is truly a visionary person. He has done things that no one else would have even thought of.

Trump and ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina

Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh's longest-serving prime minister, had to step down in August 2024 following massive protests and moved to India. Trump's return could provide her with a diplomatic lifeline, as the Trump administration may prioritise strategic alliances over matters of internal governance. This change could also help her make a political comeback, providing her with a platform to challenge the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus. For Hasina, Trump's presidency provides an opportunity to counter the forces that led to her ouster from office.

Trump had a conversation with Kim Jong Un

Trump and North Korean leader Kim JongTrump was the first US president to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong and the level of conversation was unprecedented. Although it did not lead to any major breakthrough, it gave legitimacy to Kim. Trump's victory means a new opening for North Korea to negotiate directly with the US.