The Belarusian leader became the laureate of a prestigious award presented by European Movement Denmark. This award is given annually to individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to European integration, European society, and the promotion of universal human values.
The winners come from various fields of activity, including politics, culture, science, or sports. Previous “Europeans of the Year” have included figures such as the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the President of France, Emmanuel Macron, and the Prime Minister of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen.
Here are the most powerful quotes from Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s acceptance speech, which she delivered at the National Museum of Denmark:
⚪ “Only in Europe can Belarus thrive and realize its full potential. Only in Europe can Belarus maintain its independence and build democratic institutions that serve the people, not usurpers”.
🔴 “We, Belarusians, can contribute to Europe with our unique culture, exceptional geographical location, and open and hardworking people. I am confident that the project of Europe will never be complete without a free Belarus and a sovereign Ukraine”.
⚪ “Our music and literature, our art and history attest to the fact that Belarus belongs to the European family, not outside it. We have been part of the European community for centuries”.
