Vladimir Putin warmly congratulated his Belarusian colleague on his convincing victory in the presidential election. The Presidents synchronized their watches on topical issues of bilateral cooperation, discussed international issues and the schedule of upcoming contacts. Aleksandr Lukashenko also received a congratulatory message from Vladimir Putin on the occasion of the election victory. The Russian leader wished the President of Belarus new successes in state activity for the benefit of the fraternal Belarusian people, as well as good health and well-being.