MINSK, 13 June (BelTA) – China is committed to defending the truth about the results of World War II and upholding international justice together with Belarus, Zhang Qingwei, Deputy Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, Chairman of the High-Level Committee on Cooperation between the Legislative Bodies of Belarus and China said as he met with Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko on 13 June, BelTA has learned.
He remarked that before the meeting with the president, the Chinese delegation visited Victory Square in Minsk, laid wreaths at the monument, and honored the memory of Belarusian heroes who fought in World War II. Taking the opportunity, Zhang Qingwei congratulated the Belarusian leader on the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory. "The Belarusian people were the first to face the enemy. They withstood and demonstrated heroism and patriotism, which can only inspire admiration. We highly appreciate the significant contribution of the Belarusian people to the victory in the global fight against fascism," he emphasized. "Steadfastly committed to ensuring peace worldwide, China is ready to stand firmly alongside Belarus in defending [the truth about] the results of World War II, upholding international justice, and building a community of common destiny for mankind," he added.
Photos by Tatiana Matusevich
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