News & Events in Belarus

MINSK, 3 July (BelTA) - Over the years of independence Belarus has not allowed itself to be caught up in any reckless political undertakings, Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko said at the military parade in Minsk on the occasion of Belarus’ Independence Day celebrations on 3 July, BelTA has learned.

“The main areas for the country’s development for the next five years have been approved at the recent 5th Belarusian People’s Congress. This nationwide forum demonstrated our social cohesion, peaceful and multitrack policy based on principles of good neighborliness and cooperation,” the head of state said. “We have been closely cooperating with our allies and, first of all, with our sister nation Russia. We have been developing dialogue with neighbors and western countries,” the President stressed.

Alexander Lukashenko stated: “Over the years of independence we have not gotten drawn into any reckless political schemes, any international conflict. We are looking into the future with confidence and cherish the glorious history of our country.”

“Let us forever cherish the memory of the heroes who died defending our Fatherland. Let us live up to their great feat. I wish everyone peace, happiness, health and every success for the benefit of our Motherland. Eternal glory to the Belarusian people who defended the freedom and independence of the country. Long live our Motherland, the Republic of Belarus. Eternal glory to its valiant Armed Forces. Happy Independence Day!”