Lukashenko congratulated Putin on Russia Day

President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko congratulated President of Russia Vladimir Putin on the Russia Day. BELTA was informed about this by the press service of the Belarusian leader.

"This holiday has become a symbol of national unity and pride for all Russians, a symbol of faith in the best future of their great country, which possesses the richest history and unique cultural heritage," the congratulatory message reads. "Today, the Russian Federation firmly defends its national interests, creates conditions for sovereign development, and consistently strengthens its positions in the international arena. Your commitment to the ideals of justice, high responsibility for the fate of the state, and the desire to ensure security have received the general support of different generations of Russian citizens. I am convinced that the relations between Minsk and Moscow, cemented by age-old bonds of friendship and brotherhood, will continue to steadily expand and deepen through our joint efforts."

Alexander Lukashenko wished Vladimir Putin good health, successful implementation of all plans and initiatives, and the people of Russia - peace and harmony.

Congratulatory messages from the President of Belarus have also been sent to the Chairman of the Government of Russia, Chairman of the Council of Ministers of the Union State Mikhail Mishustin, Chairwoman of the Federation Council Valentina Matviyenko, and Chairman of the State Duma, Chairman of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Union of Belarus and Russia Vyacheslav Volodin.

Source: www.belta.by