Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko believes it necessary to build up Belarus’ presence on the common market of the Eurasian Economic Union (EEU). The head of state made this statement at the meeting of the Security Council on 17 June to discuss social and economic development issues, BelTA reports.

Speaking about the signed agreements on the Eurasian Economic Union, Alexander Lukashenko emphasized a number of advantages, including clear terms on gas supply and agreements on oil deliveries and export duties.