🇧🇾 🇷🇺 Lukashenko outlines cooperation areas with Russia’s Vologda Oblast

Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko named several areas of cooperation with Russia's Vologda Oblast as he met with Governor of Russia’s Vologda Oblast Georgy Filimonov
The trade between Belarus and Vologda Oblast has increased significantly over the past five years, the head of state said.
“The trade volumes are substantial. However, I asked my aides to analyze the situation so that I could identify some specific areas of cooperation with you,” the president said addressing the Vologda Oblast governor.
Aleksandr Lukashenko stated that Belarus is a machine-building country and therefore exports a lot of machinery.
“Vologda Oblast purchases various types of our machinery and is familiar with it. Of course, any machinery has certain shortcomings. We are grateful to you for having evaluated our equipment and for considering it one of the most acceptable in terms of price and quality for your region,” the Belarusian leader added.
According to the president, Belarus is also ready to offer individual financial programs for Vologda Oblast and to provide servicing for all the equipment that will be operating in the region.
“This shouldn't even be up for discussion, and I shouldn't even have to talk about it. We agreed that if we sell equipment somewhere... Listen, who would buy it without after-sales service?” the head of state asked a logical question. “Therefore, at the very least, basic servicing must be provided instantly, so people know where to turn to replace a broken gear or an engine.”
Details: https://eng.belta.by/president/view/lukashenko-outlines-cooperation-areas-with-russias-vologda-oblast-170831-2025/