Belarus and Iran sign declaration on

The foreign ministers of Belarus and Iran signed a declaration in Minsk on countering unilateral restrictive measures. The document emphasizes the need for joint efforts to mitigate the impact of external sanctions and strengthen economic cooperation. Both countries stated they would support each other on vertical and horizontal measures aimed at preserving sovereign independence and protecting national interests.

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Given recent sanction measures by Western countries, Belarus is seeking partners to strengthen the independence of its economy.