“You live in a great country with a unique history and priceless cultural heritage.
The growing economic potential, breakthrough ideas in the scientific and technical sphere, large-scale social projects are qualitatively transforming the current image of Russia, strengthening its authority in the international arena, "BelTA congratulates Lukashenko.
According to him, Belarusian-Russian relations, hardened in countering modern threats, will grow with new promising areas of cooperation in the interests of both countries and peoples.
Earlier, US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken congratulated the Russians on Russia Day and emphasized the desire of the United States authorities to interact constructively with the Russian government.
Earlier it was reported that the leader of the DPRK Kim Jong-un sent congratulations to Russian President Vladimir Putin on the occasion of the Day of Russia, noting the desire to develop bilateral relations.