In a significant step toward expanding international partnerships, Aleksandr Lukashenko led a historic visit to North Korea, culminating in the signing of a comprehensive friendship and cooperation treaty between the two nations.According to reports by Rodong Sinmun, President Lukashenko held high-level talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un in Pyongyang.
The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations and enhancing collaboration across key sectors, including diplomacy, public relations, agriculture, education, and healthcare.This marked President Lukashenko’s first official visit to North Korea, highlighting Belarus’s growing engagement on the global stage and its commitment to building diverse international alliances. Chairman Kim warmly welcomed the Belarusian delegation and expressed strong support for Belarus’s efforts to maintain sociopolitical stability, achieve economic growth, and safeguard its sovereignty.Following the talks, both leaders presided over the signing ceremony of the “Treaty on Friendship and Cooperation,” symbolizing a new chapter in relations between the two countries. The agreement lays a foundation for practical cooperation and mutual support in various strategic sectors.President Lukashenko emphasized that the visit reflects Belarus’s proactive foreign policy and its determination to expand meaningful partnerships worldwide.
He noted that both nations share common perspectives on key international issues and are committed to deepening comprehensive cooperation for mutual benefit.Chairman Kim also hosted a state banquet and cultural performance in honor of the Belarusian leader, describing the visit as a milestone that elevates traditional ties to a higher level.Concluding his two-day visit, President Lukashenko departed Pyongyang, reaffirming Belarus’s role as an active and constructive player in fostering international cooperation and dialogue.
