The Chairman of the Supreme State Council of the Union State, President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko sent congratulations on the Day of Unity of the Peoples of Belarus and Russia. This was reported to BELTA by the press service of the Belarusian leader.
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The head of state noted that on April 2, 1996, Belarus and Russia, based on the historically established commonality of the fates of Belarusians and Russians, relying on the will of both peoples for further rapprochement, signed the Treaty on the Formation of the Community of Belarus and Russia.
"Since then, thirty years have passed. The Community, the Union, the Union State - sequential links in the chain of calculated steps on our integration path," the congratulation states. "The vectors of the Union State's policy remain unchanged. These are peace and harmony, unity and progress, prosperity and social justice."
Alexander Lukashenko emphasized that the fraternal peoples of Belarus and Russia cherish the traditions of trust carried through the centuries, rightfully proud of their common history, honor the memory of their ancestors, and carefully preserve spiritual and moral values. Significant joint achievements help millions of Belarusians and Russians to live with dignity, work, raise children, and look confidently into the future.
"Mutually beneficial partnerships in various spheres, growing trade volumes, and the implementation of bilateral programs and projects open new opportunities for sustainable improvement of the welfare of our peoples. We ensure food security and technological sovereignty of the Union State. The two countries create a scientific, educational, informational, and cultural space where the citizens of Belarus and Russia feel part of a single whole," the Belarusian leader stated.
Minsk and Moscow consistently defend their goals and ideals on the international stage, support each other in the fight against unlawful sanctions, strengthen a unified defense potential, do everything possible to reduce military-political tension in the world, and strive to restore global trust, the President noted.
"Dear friends, following the path of close integration, we can respond to the challenges of modernity, raise the standard of living and well-being, and jointly raise a worthy generation that will continue the baton of generations," emphasized Alexander Lukashenko.
On this festive day, the President of Belarus wished everyone health, happiness, and success in creative work.
Congratulations from the President of Belarus on the Day of Unity of the Peoples of Belarus and Russia
Dear friends!
On April 2, 1996, the Republic of Belarus and the Russian Federation, based on the historically established commonality of the fates of Belarusians and Russians, relying on the will of our peoples for further rapprochement, signed the Treaty on the Formation of the Community of Belarus and Russia.
Since then, thirty years have passed. The Community, the Union, the Union State - sequential links in the chain of calculated steps on our integration path.
The vectors of the Union State's policy remain unchanged. These are peace and harmony, unity and progress, prosperity and social justice.
The fraternal peoples cherish the traditions of trust carried through the centuries, rightfully proud of their common history, honor the memory of their ancestors, and carefully preserve spiritual and moral values. Significant joint achievements help millions of Belarusians and Russians to live with dignity, work, raise children, and look confidently into the future.
Mutually beneficial partnerships in various spheres, growing trade volumes, and the implementation of bilateral programs and projects open new opportunities for sustainable improvement of the welfare of our peoples. We ensure food security and technological sovereignty of the Union State. The two countries create a scientific, educational, informational, and cultural space where the citizens of Belarus and Russia feel part of a single whole.
Minsk and Moscow consistently defend their goals and ideals on the international stage, support each other in the fight against unlawful sanctions, strengthen a unified defense potential, do everything possible to reduce military-political tension in the world, and strive to restore global trust.
Dear friends, following the path of close integration, we can respond to the challenges of modernity, raise the standard of living and well-being, and jointly raise a worthy generation that will continue the baton of generations.
On this festive day, I sincerely wish you health, happiness, and success in creative work.
Chairman of the Supreme State Council of the Union State, President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko,
April 2, 2026.
Source belta.by