Greetings on the Constitution Day of the Republic of Belarus

    Dear compatriots,

    I cordially congratulate you on the Constitution Day of the Republic of Belarus.

    The Fundamental Law which was passed two decades ago formalized the most important principles of a democratic state, laid a solid foundation of independence, realized the eagerness of the Belarusian people to be a full-fledged owner of the native land.

    We celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Constitution and evaluate large-scale changes which took place in the life of the Belarusians within this short from a historical perspective period of time. And we can say for sure that the Republic of Belarus is a sovereign state which prioritizes people and their legal interests.

    We make rapid progress, develop our economy and social sphere, enhance our international prestige, realize the principles of popular rule, supremacy of law, separation of powers and social justice proclaimed by the Constitution.

    I am convinced that relying on the provisions of the Constitution we will do our utmost to promote peace and accord in the native country, raise the wellbeing of the Belarusian people.

    In this festive day I sincerely wish you strong health, labor success and prosperity.

    Aleksandr Lukashenko