Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris called Donald Trump on Wednesday to congratulate the Republican leader on his US presidential election win, two aides to Harris said.
Harris, who is scheduled to make public remarks later on Wednesday, also "discussed the importance of a peaceful transfer of power and being a president for all Americans," a senior Harris aide said.
Meanwhile. Democratic US President Joe Biden also called to congratulate Trump on his election victory and invite him to meet at the White House.
He is expected to address the nation on Thursday.
The White House, in a statement after Trump beat Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris for the US presidency, said Biden also committed "to ensuring a smooth transition and emphasised the importance of working to bring the country together."
Biden has also spoken with Harris, it added.