the most Important task called Alexander Lukashenko on July 16 at the opening ceremony of the XXIX International festival of arts in Vitebsk the preservation of traditions that bring people together. Because whatever happens in the world, he said, “Slavic Bazaar” has always torn down the barriers and strengthen the friendship of peoples”.
At the opening ceremony of the triumphal forum the head of state, said his press office, who handed Philip Kirkorov special award of the President of Belarus “Through art to peace and mutual understanding” 2020. In adopting it, people’s artist of Russia said that for him “it is an honor for the second time, take one of the most important awards of Belarus”, Recalling that several years ago he was awarded the order of Francysk Skaryna.
Philip called highly symbolic of the fact that received a special award of the President at the time, when the “Slavic Bazaar” was the only musical festival, survivors in the former Soviet Union in this difficult time. “I was born in the USSR, and for me to stand under the Belarusian flag, to represent and defend the honor of the country is to protect the honor and glory of Russia. Belarus and Russia have always been together. Even Eurovision surrendered, and Belarus and the “Slavic Bazaar” lived, lives and will live! Proud of friendship with you, Belarus!” said Philip to the applause.
