Congratulations from around the world for President Obama

7 November 2012 Last updated at 08:52 ET Help

President Obama has been receiving congratulations from around the world on his re-election to the White House.

Among the first to send messages were UK PM David Cameron, German Chancellor Angela Merkel and Israeli President Shimon Peres.

Nick Childs reports.

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