Lukashenko on Minsk Book Fair: it’s unique event of social, cultural and spiritual life
Head of State Aleksandr Lukashenko has sent greetings to the participants of the 32nd Minsk International Book Fair and the 11th International Writer and Time Symposium of Writers, sb.by reports with reference to the Belarusian leader’s press service
"Being a unique event in the social, cultural and spiritual life of Belarus, the Minsk Trade Fair has a high international status, and it attracts the attention of thousands of people every year," the greeting reads.
The President stressed that at all times the book has been and remains the main source of knowledge, part of the intellectual heritage of our ancestors. In our modern times of information technology, it helps strengthen the unity of the nation and serves to foster the best moral qualities among young people.
It is noteworthy that the current forum is taking place in the year of the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory, and many events and exhibition stands are dedicated to this event. As noted by the President, they are revealing the truth about the feat, heroic struggle and genocide of the Belarusian people.
"I am convinced that traditional meetings of writers and book lovers open up new horizons for humanitarian co-operation, bringing countries and peoples closer together," the Belarusian leader stressed.
Aleksandr Lukashenko wished all participants and guests of the exhibition fruitful work and creative inspiration, interesting meetings and pleasant impressions.