Belarus celebrates National Unity Day for the first time

The event is a historic and a sacred date for all Belarusians. On September 17, the country celebrated the National Unity Day for the first time. More than 80 years ago, on September 17, 1939 we got a chance to build our own state on our land.

It is a holiday of unity of the Belarusian people. The forum of patriotic forces has become the very symbol of unity. The President took part in the forum together with thousands of Belarusians. Alexander Lukashenko is convinced that the date of September 17, when eastern and western parts of Belarus were reunited, has lived and will live in the heart and memory of our people. We have been shaped into a nation by inconceivable trials. For decades, our ancestors have been laying the foundation of our unity. Now it is in our power to preserve what we have.

The organizers prepared a colorful show for the Belarusians. The timeless and beloved hits sounded from the stage of Minsk-Arena performed by famous singer.

"The new state holiday will occupy a worthy place in our contemporary history. We have one state, one law, a common historical memory for all. It is indestructible, assured the Belarusian leader.