US President Barack Obama has written to Labour leader Joseph Muscat thanking him for his congratulatory message following his election.

The message, passed on to Dr Muscat by former US ambassador Molly Bordanaro, reads:

"Thank you for your congratulations on my election as President of the United States.

Your thoughtful message is much appreciated.

I am confident that the United States and Malta can work together in a spirit of peace and friendship to build a more secure world during the next four years.

I look forward to working with you in that effort and in promoting good relations between our countries."

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