Aleksandr Lukashenko sends Independence Day greetings to Finland

On behalf of the Belarusian people and himself, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has extended greetings to the people of Finland as the country celebrates Independence Day.

"The periods of constructive cooperation are of absolute value in the long history of relations between our countries. It is during the time of interaction, not restrictions, that we have achieved what we value the most: people's communication, ties between enterprises and institutions, exchange of practices, projects in agriculture, woodworking, transport, logistics, education and culture," the message of greetings reads.

The head of state emphasized that the return of Minsk and Helsinki to a meaningful dialogue in the current conditions is neither a dogma nor a political declaration. It is a necessity of modern times, a demand of both peoples who want to live in peace and harmony.

"Belarus is open to resuming and expanding bilateral interaction with Finland, considering your country's chairmanship in the OSCE next year," the President noted. "I hope that like 50 years ago, Helsinki will contribute to the return of the fundamental principles – security and cooperation – that were the raison d'être to set up this organization," Aleksandr Lukashenko said.

The Belarusian leader wished all Finns good health, prosperity and confidence in the future.