About 30 enterprises affiliated with the Belarusian state light industry concern Bellegprom will take part in the 45th edition of the international exhibition-fair BelTexIndustry to be held at the BelExpo National Exhibition Center on 6-8 October.

Over 1,070 haulers were queuing in Belarus to cross the border with the European Union as of 8.00 on 24 September, BelTA learned from the website of the State Border Committee.

The police received a report about a 25-year-old citizen of Egypt found in a forested area near the Belarus-Poland border. The man was lying on the ground unconscious. After receiving first aid, he was taken to an intensive care unit.

Belarus' Minister of Foreign Affairs Vladimir Makei continues a series of bilateral meetings and talks on the sidelines of the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 76) in New York.

Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has congratulated the staff of the Brest Hero Fortress Memorial Complex on the 50th anniversary of the museum complex.

The Brest Fortress defenders represented more than 30 ethnicities of the USSR. They performed one of the greatest feats of the Soviet people in the history of the Great Patriotic War.

Belarusian Sports and Tourism Minister Sergei Kovalchuk met with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Iran to Belarus Saeed Yari on 23 September. The sides continued building interaction to advance cooperation in sport and tourism since th...

Yuri Ambrazevich outlined the practical significance of Belarus' cooperation with the World Intellectual Property Organization across the entire spectrum of matters concerning the protection of intellectual property.

Topical aspects of Belarus-Pakistan relations were discussed. Andrei Metelitsa informed Yousaf Naseem Khokhar about the liberalization of Belarusian visa regulations, including for Pakistani citizens.

Loans will be granted to small and medium businesses, which export their products and services beyond Belarus' borders. The interest rate on such loans stands at 11.25% per annum for now. July 2022 is the due date.

Waste management was another focus of the discussion. “At present Belarus recycles about 30% of municipal waste. We have set an ambitious goal to recycle 60% of waste by 2025. The participants of today's meeting shared their best practices and stud...

During a visit to the central office of the Belarusian Universal Commodity Exchange (BUCE) a number of company heads from Orenburg Oblast, Russia, have showed interest in using BUCE to penetrate the markets of near and distant countries.

The foreign ministers discussed topical issues and challenges of the international agenda and Belarus-Venezuela interaction in the international arena.

Powertrain components for Belarusian electric vehicles will be showcased by Mogilevliftmash, Izmeritel, and the Joint Institute of Mechanical Engineering. The Joint Institute of Mechanical Engineering is Belarus' leading R&D center in the area of ele...

Belarus and Russia will draft a new intergovernmental agreement on cooperation in science and technology. This matter was discussed at the meeting of Chairman of the State Committee on Science and Technology of Belarus Aleksandr Shumilin with Ministe...

Meetings of the Belarusian delegation with IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi, a number of officials of the IAEA's Safeguards Department and the Nuclear Safety and Security Department took place on 20 September and 21 September.

In Group A the Brest team lost to Vardar Skopje 27-35. In the opener Meshkov Brest lost 30-33 to THW Kiel on the home ground.

Belarusian Minister of Foreign Affairs Vladimir Makei took part in a high-level meeting of the Group of Friends in Defense of the UN Charter to discuss ways to counteract unilateral coercive measures.

Viktor Gulevich noted that the exercise is an episode in the joint complex efforts to fight international terrorism. He stressed that Belarus will continue making its own contribution to maintaining peace and stability in collective security regions ...

The draft action plan (roadmap) to expand cooperation in civil aircraft industry has been approved at a meeting of the Advisory Committee for Industry of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC).

The minister mentioned Zimbabwe among the African countries with which Belarus has been actively cooperating. Last year a representative Belarusian delegation visited this African country.

The forum will feature a collection of international specialized expos such as Techinnoprom, Proweld, Chemistry Oil&Gas that will present technologies and innovations used by the production sector in addition to an intensive business program.

The Minsk World multifunctional complex continues to welcome new residents! This time housewarming is celebrated in the North America quarter. A day before, the New York house opened its doors - a chic new building with a whole array of advantages!

“I think the most difficult situation is now on the border with Poland. This is due to the fact that crowds of migrants have decided to go directly to Germany through Poland, rather than through two countries they used before (Lithuania-Poland-Germ...

Last year 754 inspections were made to check consistency with anti-corruption legislation. As a result, 1,853 orders were issued to eliminate violations. A total of 3,535 offenders were identified, $177,000 worth of damage was reimbursed. Prosecutors...

The CIS plenipotentiaries are set to discuss seven issues, including the draft agendas for the meetings of the CIS Foreign Ministers Council and the CIS Heads of State Council which are due in Minsk on 14-15 October.

The industry minister said: “Yes, everything European countries are doing with regard to our industrial enterprises is unpleasant. But the situation can give a nudge and present an opportunity for our enterprises to review import substitution and t...

The both refugee groups were taken to Grodno Oblast Hospital where they are receiving the necessary medical assistance. According to doctors, the condition of children is assessed as moderately severe. They were hospitalized in the pediatric departme...

The list of goods in the humanitarian cargo will include 20 items, including disposable coveralls and shoe covers, masks, caps, and a number of medicines.

"First of all, I would like you to give an objective assessment of the Industry Ministry's current performance and projections for the end of the year taking into account cut-throat actions against Belarus on the part of some of our western partners,...

We need to do our best to keep the country's industry going, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he met with Industry Minister Piotr Parkhomchik and Vice Premier Yuri Nazarov, who is supervising the sector.

Chairman of the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) Mikhail Myasnikovich and Deputy Prime Minister of Russia Alexander Novak have discussed the drafting of international agreements on the establishment of common energy markets in the Eura...

The China-Belarus Industrial Park Great Stone is a special economic zone with a special legal regime. It is located 25km away from Minsk.

Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko is set to meet with Industry Minister Piotr Parkhomchik and Vice Premier Yuri Nazarov, who is supervising the sector, on 23 September.

These days Kazan is hosting the Kazan Digital Week 2021 international forum, an annual platform for scientific, technical and commercial communication of developers and users of digital transformation technologies, products and services.

“Thorough work has been done to select a manufacturer capable of producing outfits of the required quality and quantity within the specified deadline. Solo-Pinsk company said it is ready to fulfill the task at the required level,” the press servi...

Over 110 trucks were queuing at the Belarus-Latvia border at the Grigorovshchina checkpoint, and more than 50 trucks at Urbany.

Vladimir Makei is visiting New York on 21-28 September to participate in the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 76).

“During the kingdom's existence, the Saudi people have achieved significant results in various sectors. Your state today is a true political and economic leader in the Middle East region,” the message of greetings reads.

Roland Schilling is in Belarus on 21-24 September to discuss the further format of Belarus-UNHCR interaction in light of the UNHCR's decision to shut down its dedicated office in the country.

A broad range of matters were discussed during the meeting. The sides agreed to stay in touch and work together on implementing a number of economic projects and investment ones.

Ways to step up Belarus-Nicaragua trade and economic cooperation were discussed during the meeting.

Belarus is primarily interested in the continuation of the International Atomic Energy Agency's technical aid projects for the sake of enhancing the potential of the Belarusian nuclear power plant's operating company and in the sphere of training per...

Representatives of Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and the CIS Executive Committee took part in the session. Cooperation in the sphere of security and disarmament was discussed.

The parties discussed the key areas to intensify Belarusian-Iranian cooperation and joint steps to build up trade and economic cooperation.

“The task of the Eurasian Agroexpress project is to provide accelerated delivery of agricultural products from Belarus, Kazakhstan and Russia to China and Uzbekistan. The delivery of frozen products is also possible,” Iya Malkina said.

According to the Statistics Department of the Eurasian Economic Commission, the net inflow of mutual direct investments in the Eurasian Economic Union totaled $663.2 million in Q1 2021 or 93% as against Q1 2020.

According to the source, a conference of the energy ministers of the Eurasian Economic Union member states is scheduled for 24 September. The conference will be chaired by the Eurasian Economic Commission's Minister for Energy and Infrastructure Temi...

The document was signed by Minsk Oblast Governor Aleksandr Turchin and Director of the Jintai Institute of Culture and Economics Cai Chuanqing.

From 14 September to 22 October the Belarusian National Children's Education and Recuperation Center Zubryonok is hosting a civil and patriotic event for students of the Belarus-Russia Union State “For the Honor of the Fatherland”.

Belarusian military personnel have helped maintain international peace and security as part of the United Nations Interim Force In Lebanon since 2010. Over 50 Belarusian military specialists have acquired practical experience of carrying out peacekee...

Another round of Belarus-Qatar ministerial consultations has been held in Doha. Taking part in the meeting were Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus Mikalai Barysevich and Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs ...

The event is aimed at preserving and developing corporate traditions, industrial tourism, promoting family values, popularizing labor dynasties, and helping young people choose a profession.

The Belarusian customs recommends carriers planning to cross the Belarusian-Lithuanian border to take this information into account.

The archives of Belarus and Russia keep national memory intact, Head of the Federal Archival Agency of Russia Andrei Artizov told reporters during a joint meeting of the collegiums of the Department for Archives and Records Management of the Justice ...

A presentation of an EV charging station and electric vehicles took place in Minsk during the Car Free Day campaign.

“The reason for today's meeting is the completion of your diplomatic mission in Belarus. The end of one stage is always the beginning of another one. I am sure you are proud and satisfied with all the four years you have worked in our country,” s...

Buying real estate in a finished house is a perfect option for those who value their time and comfort! You get the keys right after signing the contract, and thus you can immediately embark on renovations.

According to the source, the conference will take place in line with the plan on priority measures and events in the sphere of humanitarian cooperation of the CIS member states in 2021-2022 and in line with the action plan on the 30th anniversary of ...

This kind of a turn is taking place in many countries of the world, including Eastern Europe. Therefore, now the main thing is to move on consistently and comprehensively, making the most of available opportunities and using all types of diplomacy.

Belarus' ICT Services Exports rank went up by four points to 11. Meanwhile, Belarus' ICT Access went up from 19 to 16. Belarus remains the world's leader in Mobile App Creation.

Belarus is interested in developing bilateral relations with Moldova, Chairman of the House of Representatives of the National Assembly of Belarus Vladimir Andreichenko said as he met with outgoing Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Mold...

Belarusian products are recognizable and popular in all markets, Deputy Economy Minister Dmitry Yaroshevich told reporters on the sidelines of the international expert seminar Belarus' Pivot to Asia.

OOO Data Cloud intends to set up a center for collecting, processing, and storing large amounts of data. Later on the company will provide data analysis, processing, and exchange services in addition to developing electronic commerce by leveraging ca...

Belarus' world number 52 Ilya Ivashka saw off Kazakhstan's world number 280 Timofey Skatov 6-2, 6-3 in an hour and 25 minutes to reach the Astana Open quarterfinal.

Taking part in the session will be representatives of government agencies working in the field of science, innovation and education, representatives of research and manufacturing centers, universities, start-ups, as well as entrepreneurs, heads of in...

The document was signed by Belarusian Consul General in Guangzhou Andrei Popov on behalf of the Minsk Office of the Belarusian Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Vice President of the China Council for Promotion of International Trade of Guangdong ...

The parties also discussed the need for a coordinated policy of the Eurasian Economic Union on the climate agenda and prevention of discrimination of domestic goods in foreign markets in connection with the introduction of cross-border carbon regulat...

“Law enforcement officers of neighboring countries are using a new tactic to illegally expel refugees: in order to intimidate migrants seeking asylum in the EU, law enforcement officers deliver beaten, extremely exhausted foreigners to the border a...

The event aims to raise awareness of air pollution caused by vehicle exhaust emissions.

Leading specialists of Belarus, experts from Russia and Europe will discuss advancements in diagnostics and treatment of intraocular tumors and adnexal tumors.

Over 1,080 haulers were queuing in Belarus to cross the border with the European Union as of 8.00 on 22 September, BelTA learned from the website of the State Border Committee.

The Commission on Economic Policy of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Belarus-Russia Union State will hold a video conference in Minsk and Moscow on 28 September.

The foreign minister will speak at the General Debate of the 76th session of UNGA 76 and the UN Food Systems Summit and will take part in the ministerial meeting of the Group of friends in defense of the Charter of the United Nations where he will ra...

The statement reads: “The UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and are deeply saddened by the deaths of four individuals near the border between Poland and Belarus. The organizations are calling for a...

During the conversation the sides discussed topical matters of Belarusian-Turkish relations and exchanged opinions about Belarus-Turkey cooperation in trade and economy.

Belarus confirmed 1,917 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours; another 1,362 coronavirus patients were discharged from hospital, BelTA learned from the press service of the Belarusian Healthcare Ministry.

According to Maria Zakharova, the campaign against the Belarusian-Russian army exercise Zapad 2021 definitely proceeded under some common oversight not only in mass media but in public statements of official representatives of NATO member states at v...

“One of the objectives for next year is household income growth. Household incomes are expected to increase by 2%. At the same time, the average nominal salary will be Br1,551 in the economy as a whole, and more than Br1,600 in the real sector of t...

Participants of the meeting discussed a number of matters concerning the social dimension. Aleksandr Lukashenko gave instructions to organize a similar meeting with representatives of the Belarus President Administration in a week.

Consolidated budget revenues are projected at around Br47 billion. As for social spending, salaries remain the biggest spending category, the minister said. “The salary fund for public-sector employees will be expanded by about 12-13%. This will al...

“One of our tasks for next year is to boost export. Export revenues are to reach $46 billion, with a surplus of more than $2 billion. This is a crucial task for us. We should seize the moment to increase export. Markets are growing, and our objecti...

Roman Golovchenko said: “The state budget will keep its social focus. Spending on public sector salaries, on pensions for the military, on support for large families, and other things will be raised significantly next year."

“Next year, we plan to achieve an economic growth of about 2.9%. This is the program level, and we are trying to meet the target,” said Aleksandr Chervyakov.

The grounds to use family capital prematurely will be expanded when it comes to the purchase of housing, medical treatment and education. Thus, families where children or parents have disabilities might be able to claim family capital ahead of schedu...

During business meetings agreements were reached to promote MMZ special vehicles in the Serbian and Hungarian markets. In particular, an agreement was signed with Agropanonka to sell generator and compressor stations in Serbia.

The negotiations took place on the sidelines of the 65th session of the General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Viktor Karankevich informed Muhammad Naeem about the construction of the Belarusian nuclear power plant.

“There was a heated debate. Representatives of the central government and local authorities spoke out. Not all of our proposals were accepted. The draft decree will be adjusted,” the minister said.

Belarusian Education Minister Igor Karpenko revealed the details. He said: “For now there are certain issues relating to the creation of the legal base. We will continue working on it. But the president backed the idea."

Belarus' world number 52 went off to a good start at the Astana Open defeating Elias Ymer of Sweden 6-2, 6-4 in the opener.

According to the State Border Committee of Belarus, 1,120 semi-trailer trucks are waiting to leave Belarus right now. The bilateral agreements specify how many trucks a border checkpoint is supposed to let through over a certain period of time.

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Belarus to the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela Andrei Molchan has met with Venezuela's Deputy Minister of Tourism Leticia Gomez.

“An additional voluntary contribution pension plan as an opportunity for people to improve their income in old age, was discussed at the 6th Belarusian People's Congress. Proposals on approaches to solving this problem have already been worked out,...

Belvin Trade Kft., accredited at BUCE as a non-resident broker, will be engaged in bringing potential buyers to the auction and promoting Belarus-made products on the Hungarian market.

The project is designed to bolster the national nuclear security regime and contribute to enhancing nuclear security at the regional level and the global one. “We will be grateful to the International Atomic Energy Agency for support with realizing...

First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Belarus Aleksandr Guryanov has met with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Azerbaijan to Belarus Ulvi Bakhshaliyev.

Yana Yakubovich is a grandmaster, reigning world champion, ranks 5th in the world in Russian draughts among women. She also won silver in the rapid round, losing to Vera Khvashchinskaya. Bronze went to Polina Petruseva of Belarus.

As part of the campaign We Care About Veterans, the Belarusian Peace Foundation helps equip veteran wards with refrigerators, TV sets, beds and diagnostic kits.