MINSK, 30 November (BelTA) – Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko suggested Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev focusing on new ideas and areas of mutually beneficial cooperation between the two countries amid the current global economic meltdown. The Belarusian head of state made the statement at the extended meeting with the Azerbaijan President on 28 November, BelTA informs.
According to Alexander Lukashenko, in the current difficult situation Belarus and Azerbaijan managed to keep their mutual trade almost intact.
“Nevertheless, the situation demands fast and effective solutions from us in order to build up economic cooperation, including on the markets of third countries,” the Belarusian head of state said.
The Belarus President suggested considering together with the business circles of Azerbaijan cooperation opportunities in the areas of petrochemistry, energy and agriculture. Alexander Lukashenko believes that there are considerable reserves to develop counter deliveries of tobacco and cigarettes. In his words, such relations should be created on a long-term basis.
According to the Belarusian leader, IT and information security is of special importance nowadays. He believes it is necessary to continue efforts to develop new projects in the area. Alexander Lukashenko expressed hope that the current high-level meeting would add additional impetus to the development of bilateral cooperation.
“Azerbaijan has always been a reliable friend and partner for Belarus. We highly value our friendship and are ready to promote the advancement of your interests in the Eurasian Economic Union,” the Belarusian head of state stressed.
