Lukashenko: The more achievements we have, the stronger Belarus is

The more personal achievements we have, the stronger our Belarus is, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he presented state awards on 12 September, BelTA has learned.

“Today, in the run-up to Day of People's Unity, we are honoring hardworking people, devoted to their country,” the head of state said. “You have come here from different parts of Belarus. You have also traveled different roads to your success, but these roads have made one path today. Our path. It has opened the doors of the Palace of Independence, the symbol of our independence, and led you to well-deserved awards.”

According to the president, there is a certain symbolism in this event. “Working in various fields, setting different goals, we achieve high results, which eventually become a common success, the success of our country,” Aleksandr Lukashenko continued. “The more personal achievements we have, the stronger our Belarus is.”

“Each of you personifies the best national traits of Belarusians. This is diligence, which is manifested in the desire to develop one's abilities, to constantly learn and grow professionally,” the president emphasized. “This is patriotism, which we see in the desire to serve the Fatherland, readiness to stand up at any moment in defense of this Fatherland. By growing bread, teaching and educating children, helping people with a difficult life, and saving lives you demonstrate responsibility, mercy and humanity of the Belarusian people - the main features of our nation. Your creativity reflects the beauty and harmony of our culture. Scientific achievements show the intellectual power, and sport victories show the strength of our nation's spirit,” the head of state said.