OREANDA-NEWS  President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko, in congratulating the people of France on the National Holiday of Bastille Day, called for the restoration of cooperation in all areas.

"The centuries-old historical ties between our countries cannot be undone by the decisions of the Brussels bureaucrats. Such deep-rooted values as the right to one's own identity and independence, commitment to friendship, security and creative work on one's own land unite our peoples and are a reliable foundation for the resumption of Belarusian-French cooperation in all areas," reads the congratulatory message published by the press service of the Belarusian president.

"I am convinced that in conditions of global instability and a deep crisis of trust, the ability to listen, respect other cultures, and reject any manifestations of fascism inherent in both nations is the only way to peace in Europe and around the world," Lukashenko stressed.