"Your time is coming to create the history of the country!" - Lukashenko awards graduates and teachers of Belarusian universities

The Palace of Independence solemnly honored graduates and teachers of universities. Those whose achievements are truly inspiring. Boys and girls, as well as their teachers came from different regions of the country.

The ceremony was preceded by a tour of the halls of the symbol of our statehood. Alexander Lukashenko congratulated the students who are completing their studies and opening a new chapter in their lives. It starts brightly and worthily. The President thanked the teachers for their hard work and pedagogical skills.

It is a symbolic moment: the graduates are taking a step into the profession, and next to them are high level professionals. The President has no doubt that the young people will justify their trust.

Alexander Lukashenko, President of Belarus:

"Each of you has become the best in studies, research and social activities, sport, creativity. Your families, school teachers and university professors can be rightly proud of you. You have been through the hardest period of your lives. If everything goes smoothly, I wish it to be so, it can never be harder. You are very good! But for your success, first of all I thank those who gave you life, raised you, brought you up and educated you, who became an authority and worthy example for you - your parents, educators, teachers, devoted friends. I wish that you also treat your children and bring them to this level. It is with them, with their support, that you go so confidently to your dreams and achieve your goals. The same support will soon become for you future colleagues - professionals with extensive experience, from whom you will learn further. Maybe even retrain, life will force you. Don't be disappointed if you see different things from your years of study, but your studies are the basis for life."

"You have completed your studies and are beginning your work journey in the Year of Peace and Creation. May your future be that of peace and creation! Looking at you, goal-oriented, bright, beautiful young people, I see that our dear Belarus will become even better and more beautiful. I believe that you will do your utmost to make it happen," the President said.

Official letters of thanks of the President of the Republic of Belarus were given to teachers and graduates from different institutions of higher education. Alexander Lukashenko presented the awards personally.