MINSK, 24 August (BelTA) – Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko has congratulated Leonid Kuchma, President of the Ukraine Charity Foundation, on Ukraine's Independence Day, BelTA learned from the press service of the Belarusian leader.
“The Republic of Belarus and Ukraine maintain constructive relations based on the shared history, mutual respect and strong brotherly ties,” the head of state said.
Aleksandr Lukashenko thanked Leonid Kuchma for his personal contribution to strengthening friendship and efficient cooperation between the two countries. “I am sure that Belarus-Ukraine partnership will grow stronger in the interests of our nations,” the message reads.
Aleksandr Lukashenko wished Leonid Kuchma good health, well-being and successes in everything he does.