World leaders pay tribute to ex-US President Jimmy Carter, who passed away aged 100

President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden

“Today, America and the world lost an extraordinary leader,” said the Bidens. “Over six decades, we were honoured to call Jimmy Carter a dear friend. Millions worldwide who never met him also felt the same.”

Over six decades, Jill and I had the honor of calling Jimmy Carter a dear friend.

But, what’s extraordinary about Jimmy Carter, though, is that millions of people throughout America and the world who never met him thought of him as a dear friend as well. pic.twitter.com/irknhZ6CJY

— President Biden (@POTUS) December 29, 2024

President-elect Donald Trump

Trump noted, “Jimmy Carter faced challenges during a pivotal time for America and worked tirelessly for all Americans. Melania and I extend our prayers to the Carter family.”

Former President George W. Bush

“James Earl Carter Jr. exemplified conviction and service,” said Bush. “His work with Habitat for Humanity and the Carter Center inspired Americans for generations.”

STATEMENT BY PRESIDENT GEORGE W. BUSH ON PRESIDENT JAMES EARL CARTER, JR.
⁰”Laura and I send our heartfelt condolences to Jack, Chip, Jeff, Amy, and the entire Carter family.

“James Earl Carter, Jr., was a man of deeply held convictions. He was loyal to his family, his… pic.twitter.com/2hzebCyS4g

— George W. Bush Presidential Center (@TheBushCenter) December 29, 2024

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi

Al-Sisi expressed gratitude for Carter’s role in achieving peace between Egypt and Israel, calling him “a symbol of love, peace, and brotherhood.”

في هذه اللحظة الحزينة، أَتَقَدَّمُ بخالص التعازي إلى عائلة الرئيس الأمريكي الأسبق جيمي كارتر، وإلى رئيس وشعب الولايات المتحدة الأمريكية.
لقد كان الرئيس كارتر رمزاً للجهود الإنسانية والدبلوماسية، إذ ألهم إيمانه العميق بالسلام والعدالة الكثير من الأفراد والمؤسسات حول العالم للسير…

— Abdelfattah Elsisi (@AlsisiOfficial) December 29, 2024

French President Emmanuel Macron

Macron called Carter “a steadfast advocate for vulnerable people and peace,” extending France’s condolences to his family and the American people.

Throughout his life, Jimmy Carter has been a steadfast advocate for the rights of the most vulnerable and has tirelessly fought for peace. France sends its heartfelt thoughts to his family and to the American people.

— Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) December 29, 2024

Vice President-elect JD Vance

“Jimmy Carter dedicated his life to serving America. Our prayers are with his family. May he rest in peace,” Vance said.

Jimmy Carter dedicated his life to serving this country. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his loved ones. May he Rest in Peace. https://t.co/2tiQyb8N7K

— JD Vance (@JDVance) December 29, 2024

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer

UK PM Keir Starmer praised Carter’s role in the historic Camp David Accords and his lifelong dedication to peace, calling him “a model of public service driven by faith and values.”

Very sorry to hear of President Carter’s passing. I pay tribute to his decades of selfless public service.

My thoughts are with his family and friends at this time. pic.twitter.com/IaKmZcteb1

— Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) December 29, 2024

World leaders and organisations continue to honour his remarkable life and contributions.