President Marie-Louise Coleiro Preca received several letters from foreign heads of state congratulating her on her appointment this week.
Among the letters was one from French President Francois Hollande who pledged to continue the healthy business and cultural relationship between the two countries.
German President Joachim Gauck said that on the occasion of the 10-year anniversary since joining the EU, Malta could remain certain of its continued German friendship.
Turkish president Abdullah Gül also congratulated the President on her appointment.