Lukashenko: Belarus highly values friendly relations with Cuba

Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko sent greeting to Cuban President Miguel Mario Diaz-Canel Bermudez as the country celebrates the National Rebellion Day - 70th anniversary of the daring attack on the Moncada Barracks led by Fidel and Raul Castro, BelTA learned from the press service of the Belarusian leader.

"The heroic protests of Cuban patriots eventually turned into a large-scale liberation movement that changed the course of world history once and for all," the congratulatory message reads.

 The head of state noted that Belarus highly values the friendly relations with Cuba, a reliable ally and consistent partner of Belarus in Latin America.

 "Similar views on the most pressing issues of modern politics, constructive work in multilateral organizations, mutual interest in increasing trade and implementing major economic projects serve as a reliable basis for further dynamic development of cooperation," the president emphasized.

Aleksandr Lukashenko wished Miguel Mario Diaz-Canel Bermudez good health and inexhaustible strength to fulfill all his plans, and the fraternal Cuban people - happiness and prosperity.