Lukashenko: Minsk and Budapest are developing mutually beneficial equal cooperation

President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko congratulated President of Hungary Tamás Sulyok and Prime Minister of this country Viktor Orbán on St. Stephen's Day. BELTA was informed about this by the press service of the Belarusian leader.

In his congratulatory message to the President of Hungary, the Head of State emphasized: "As you rightly noted in your message to me, the main foundation on which cooperation between states should be built is an unconditional commitment to the principles of mutual trust and respect. It is in accordance with the fundamental constitutional norms and national interests that Minsk and Budapest have been actively developing bilateral interaction for many years for the benefit of the peoples of our countries."

Alexander Lukashenko noted that the first year of Tamás Sulyok's presidency coincided with a significant event – Hungary's presidency of the Council of the EU. The President of Belarus expressed confidence that thanks to Budapest's leading role, important issues such as the protection of the family, traditional Christian values, and the need to preserve fair principles of international law and interstate relations will return to the European agenda.

The Head of State confirmed Belarus's readiness for multifaceted cooperation on the aforementioned and other topics of mutual interest.

The congratulatory message to the Prime Minister states that modern Hungary, a country with a responsible and active position, consistently pursues a balanced, peace-loving policy that primarily serves the national interests of the state. Alexander Lukashenko emphasized that, despite any international difficulties, Minsk and Budapest remain true to their principles, developing mutually beneficial, equal cooperation based on respect and similarity of views on many issues.

"Undoubtedly, one of the main priorities today is the settlement of the conflict in neighboring Ukraine. The Belarusian side has always advocated for peaceful initiatives and stability in Europe not only in words but also in deeds. That is why we highly value Hungary's position, which occupies an important place in European politics and takes decisive steps towards establishing peace," the President of Belarus noted.

Alexander Lukashenko wished the leaders of Hungary good health and fruitful activities, energy and strength for success in all endeavors, and the Hungarian people – happiness, well-being, and peaceful skies.

Source: belta.by