Lukashenko extends National Day greetings to Laos
President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko congratulated President of the Lao People's Democratic Republic Thongloun Sisoulith and the people of this country on Republic Proclamation Day. This was reported to BELTA by the press service of the Belarusian leader.
The Head of State noted that Belarus and Laos have a long history of interaction based on respect, trust, and readiness to help each other.
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries. "Our friendship has undoubtedly stood the test of time," the congratulatory message reads. "We are confidently building a bilateral partnership dialogue. Both states have identical approaches on fundamental issues of the global and regional agendas, including the peaceful resolution of any conflicts based on international law."
Alexander Lukashenko noted that he has the warmest impressions from his meeting with the leader of Laos in Kazan at the BRICS summit. "It is gratifying to note that Minsk and Vientiane are interested in the further development of mutually beneficial cooperation and the practical realization of the significant economic potential of Belarusian-Laotian ties," the President added.
The Head of State reaffirmed the invitation to the President of Laos to visit hospitable Belarus at any convenient time for a detailed discussion of all matters of mutual interest to the two countries.
Alexander Lukashenko wished Thongloun Sisoulith good health, happiness, and success in his responsible state activities, and the people of Laos - harmony and progress.