Lukashenko congratulates Luong Cuong on election as president of Vietnam

President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko, on behalf of the people of Belarus and himself personally, congratulated Luong Cuong on his election to the post of President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. This was reported to BELTA by the press service of the Belarusian leader.

"This choice underscores your high authority and the great trust placed in you by the party, state, and people. I am convinced that your professional knowledge and extensive life experience will enable you to effectively fulfill the duties of head of state in the interests of its citizens," the congratulatory message reads.

The President noted that during his service in the Vietnam People's Army, Luong Cuong contributed to the development of cooperation between Belarus and Vietnam in the field of defense and security. "I hope that in your new high position, you will continue to promote the strengthening of Belarusian-Vietnamese relations, based on long-standing traditions of friendship and mutual support," the Belarusian leader noted. "I will be glad to welcome you to Belarus at any convenient time to discuss issues of expanding bilateral political, economic, and humanitarian ties and fruitful interaction on the international stage."

Alexander Lukashenko wished Luong Cuong good health and success in his responsible work.

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