MINSK, 19 November (BelTA) - Serbia appreciates Belarus’ economic and political support, Serbia President Tomislav Nikolic said during expanded-participation negotiations with Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko on 19 November, BelTA has learned.
Tomislav Nikolic said that Serbia is experiencing difficulties. "It is very difficult to move forward under the burden of the problems that the country has created for itself. Belarus’ support is very valuable for us,” he said and thanked the Belarusian side.
Serbia also appreciates Belarus’ political support, taking account of the principles of international law which it adheres in foreign policy. "When Serbia asks you to help protect its interests in Kosovo and Metohija, you do it for us," said Tomislav Nikolic.
The leaders of the two countries meet regularly to discuss economic relations. "The economic cooperation is easier to develop when there is friendship. I think there is friendship, love, and absolute understanding between our citizens,” said Tomislav Nikolic.