Posted:
07.10.2021 10:54:00
Honest diplomacy
The President of Belarus received credentials of the new heads of diplomatic missions of Azerbaijan, Armenia, India, Indonesia, Lebanon, Malaysia, Mongolia, Tunisia and South Africa. Speaking with the diplomats, Aleksandr Lukashenko stressed, “As a matter of priority, Belarus intends to build friendly relations with those states that really respect our sovereignty and independence, who respect our people and with those who are ready to develop co-operation with us honestly and openly... The beginning of your diplomatic mission falls during a period of important transformations in Belarus. But we are not talking about a global change of priorities. This is primarily an internal affair of our country. To ensure the dynamics of the further development of Belarusian society, to adjust the domestic and foreign policy in the country, there is objectively a need for changes.”
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The President touched on the topic of migration, which has recently received a wide response, “Our country has always been a responsible participant in collective efforts to combat smuggling and human trafficking. We are ready to be such in the future, but only on condition of respectful attitude towards us, and not under the pressure of sanctions and ultimatums, especially hybrid wars.”
The Head of State also said that, as a serious industrial hub, Belarus can carry out profitable supplies of agricultural and mining equipment, potash fertilisers, petrochemical and pharmaceutical products to the countries of Asia and Africa.
The Head of State also emphasised that traditionally friendly relations, common history and close interpersonal contacts connect us with Armenia, “Our countries interact within the framework of integration structures, in most cases speaking from a unified position. So far, the significant potential of bilateral interaction has not been fully realised. However, Belarus is open to proposals for the further development of strong relations with Armenia in all areas.”
The Head of State noted that the international situation increases the importance of collaboration with the countries of the ‘distant arc’ for Belarus. The Indian vector is among the priorities, “We highly value the relationship with India based on friendship, trust and mutual understanding. Minsk and New Delhi are the most important partners, and the potential for bilateral co-operation is limitless. I would like to especially accentuate the striving of Belarus to build constructive relations with all countries which are members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.”
The Republic of Indonesia is our key partner in this association. The President said, “Our citizens, representatives of business and scientific circles know Indonesia not only as a tourist pearl, but also as a country with a dynamically developing economy, high human and scientific potential.”
Aleksandr Lukashenko stated that over the past decades, Malaysia has made a huge leap forward in its development, “We are very interested in your experience of transformation of the state.”
The President noted that Belarus sees Mongolia as a reliable and promising partner, “We are interested in continuing the implementation of joint projects. Recently, our states have achieved a lot, but I know we still have additional opportunities for further development of mutually beneficial interaction.”
The Head of State underlined that Belarus is showing interest in liaising with Lebanon, “Our countries have significant potential in various areas.”
Our country considers Tunisia as a promising partner in North Africa, “We are interested in enhancing comprehensive relations. We should be more active in looking for areas that will strengthen our interaction. First of all, this applies to the spheres of tourism and healthcare.”
According to the President, Belarus is ready to further promote interaction with the Republic of South Africa, “We can offer South Africa modern integrated solutions in the field of agricultural mechanisation, current scientific developments, technology and knowledge transfer and educational services.”
By Dmitry Kryat, Polina Konoga
The President touched on the topic of migration, which has recently received a wide response, “Our country has always been a responsible participant in collective efforts to combat smuggling and human trafficking. We are ready to be such in the future, but only on condition of respectful attitude towards us, and not under the pressure of sanctions and ultimatums, especially hybrid wars.”
The Head of State also said that, as a serious industrial hub, Belarus can carry out profitable supplies of agricultural and mining equipment, potash fertilisers, petrochemical and pharmaceutical products to the countries of Asia and Africa.
Vectors of co-operation
Azerbaijan has been and remains our strategic partner, a fraternal state that consistently and disinterestedly supports Belarus. Aleksandr Lukashenko stressed, “Our country and me personally are sincerely grateful to the entire Azerbaijani people and my friend President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, for their trust and reliability.”The Head of State also emphasised that traditionally friendly relations, common history and close interpersonal contacts connect us with Armenia, “Our countries interact within the framework of integration structures, in most cases speaking from a unified position. So far, the significant potential of bilateral interaction has not been fully realised. However, Belarus is open to proposals for the further development of strong relations with Armenia in all areas.”
The Head of State noted that the international situation increases the importance of collaboration with the countries of the ‘distant arc’ for Belarus. The Indian vector is among the priorities, “We highly value the relationship with India based on friendship, trust and mutual understanding. Minsk and New Delhi are the most important partners, and the potential for bilateral co-operation is limitless. I would like to especially accentuate the striving of Belarus to build constructive relations with all countries which are members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.”
The Republic of Indonesia is our key partner in this association. The President said, “Our citizens, representatives of business and scientific circles know Indonesia not only as a tourist pearl, but also as a country with a dynamically developing economy, high human and scientific potential.”
Aleksandr Lukashenko stated that over the past decades, Malaysia has made a huge leap forward in its development, “We are very interested in your experience of transformation of the state.”
The President noted that Belarus sees Mongolia as a reliable and promising partner, “We are interested in continuing the implementation of joint projects. Recently, our states have achieved a lot, but I know we still have additional opportunities for further development of mutually beneficial interaction.”
The Head of State underlined that Belarus is showing interest in liaising with Lebanon, “Our countries have significant potential in various areas.”
Our country considers Tunisia as a promising partner in North Africa, “We are interested in enhancing comprehensive relations. We should be more active in looking for areas that will strengthen our interaction. First of all, this applies to the spheres of tourism and healthcare.”
According to the President, Belarus is ready to further promote interaction with the Republic of South Africa, “We can offer South Africa modern integrated solutions in the field of agricultural mechanisation, current scientific developments, technology and knowledge transfer and educational services.”
By Dmitry Kryat, Polina Konoga
