Lukashenko: Belarus and Russia from dependence

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, during a meeting with Murmansk region Governor Andrey Chibis, noted that "we must get rid of critical dependence on other countries." He said that at every meeting with Russian leaders, he expresses a position focused on protecting national interests: "we must protect our land, our people, and above all our own interests." Lukashenko emphasized that progress is possible only with a clear understanding of national priorities and independence from external influences.

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The statement became part of bilateral discussions on further development of the alliance between the countries in joint political and economic spheres.