Greetings to people of Poland

Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has extended greetings to the people of Poland as the country celebrates Independence Day.

“In today’s conditions of significant challenges in Europe, relations between Belarus and Poland have, unfortunately, become considerably more complicated, which has been a test of strength for us,” the message of greetings reads. “I am convinced that it is impossible to overcome these circumstances through exchanges of bans and sanctions, fences and walls. We have different positions on a number of problems - that has been and will be the case. The question is whether we can treat this situation with understanding and a focus on dialogue, without confrontation and accusations.”

Belarus is ready for and strives towards such a mutual approach, the head of state stressed. “We are firmly convinced that one cannot build one’s happiness on a neighbor’s grievance. Only by restoring genuine respect and trust can we cope with any difficulties, return to the constructive development of communication, and revive successful cooperation for our common benefit and the future of our descendants,” the President stressed.

Aleksandr Lukashenko wished the people of Poland peace, accord, stability and prosperity.