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Lukashenko at CIS Games opening: Now is the time for strong people
MINSK, 5 August (BelTA) - The time has come for the courageous and resolute - those capable of standing up for the country's honor, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at the opening ceremony of the 2nd CIS Games in Minsk on 5 August, BelTA has learned.
“I am sure that our guests will feel warm, cozy and, most importantly, calm here, mentally calm on the Belarusian land. We have done and will do everything for this. We will do our best for the CIS Games to become a true symbol of friendship, peace and development. The slogan of our Games is Strong in Spirit, Strong in Competition! It is not just about sport. It is about every one of us. The time has come for courageous and resolute people, able to stand up for the honor of the country, for the victories of their fathers and the future of their children. This is our time,” the head of state said.
Aleksandr Lukashenko wished all athletes participating in the Games good luck and great personal achievements: “I want to ask you, athletes, not to worry! It is impossible to take us, Russians, Belarusians, and others, out of the international Olympic and sports movement. You will always be in demand. You will always be in business.”
The president wished wisdom and patience to coaches, and a great show, unforgettable impressions and plenty of positive emotions to fans.
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