As the US presidential election nears on November 5, polls indicate a close race between Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican former President Donald Trump. The outcome of the election is of interest not only to Americans but also to world leaders. Russian President Vladimir Putin is believed to prefer a Trump victory due to perceived similarities in their leadership styles and beliefs. China’s President Xi Jinping has not publicly endorsed either candidate, but Trump’s tough stance on China may influence Chinese officials to lean towards Harris. Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is thought to favor a Trump win, given their positive relationship during Trump’s first term. European and NATO leaders generally prefer Harris as president, as Trump has threatened to leave NATO in the past. The world is watching closely as the US election unfolds.
