Lukashenko: Belarus attaches great importance to expanding beneficial ties with South Africa

The President of Belarus, Aleksandr Lukashenko, has extended greetings to the President of the Republic of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa, on the occasion of Freedom Day – as reported in the Belarusian leader’s press service

“Fortitude, courage and determination in defending their interests have always been peculiar features of the glorious people of South Africa,” reads the congratulatory message.

The Head of State noted that Belarus attaches great importance to the further expansion of mutually beneficial ties with South Africa in industry, agriculture, education and science, as well as the intensification of humanitarian contacts.

Aleksandr Lukashenko wished Cyril Ramaphosa strong health and new successes, and peace and well-being to the people of South Africa.