Also, thanks to the support of the Embassy, a visit of the government delegation to the UK was held at a high level. "There were fruitful meetings with members of the British government, and I was once again convinced that our relations have great potential," said Sergey Rumas.
In addition, the parties have made significant progress in the development of the legal framework. Among the signed documents are a Memorandum on the establishment of a trade dialogue, an agreement on the avoidance of double taxation, which facilitates the work of business in both countries, an international agreement on road transport, a Memorandum on trade cooperation.
"During these 3.5 years, you have raised the bar very high, and I think that, on the one hand, it will be easy for your successor to continue the work begun, on the other - it is difficult to maintain the level of cooperation that you have established," said Sergei Rumas.
He wished Fiona Gibb further success in her career and not to forget Belarus. "We are always glad to see you here," the Prime Minister stressed.
The Ambassador thanked for the kind words and noted that she will have pleasant memories of the time spent in Belarus. She called the organization of visits of high-ranking representatives of the foreign Ministry, Parliament, members of the Royal family significant successes in the development of bilateral relations. "Such visits are important for establishing stronger relations with Belarus and increase interest in the country," Fiona Gibb said. She added that she sees serious changes in the attitude to Belarus from London.