Primorsky Krai of Russia would like to buy more Belarusian products. This matter was discussed on the sidelines of the Days of the Republic of Belarus in Vladivostok.

Parliamentarians will explain the proposed amendments to the Constitution during a nationwide discussion, Chair of the Council of the Republic of the National Assembly Natalya Kochanova told the STV TV channel.

According to the foreign minister, by actively expanding multifaceted cooperation, the CIS countries are able to overcome crises related to the pandemic much faster and withstand other alarming challenges of today more effectively.

Vladimir Makei noted that the second meeting of the CIS Foreign Ministers Council is taking place this year. The event is held in a face-to-face format. “This gives us an opportunity to thoroughly and confidentially exchange views on the most serio...

The event is taking place in the President Hotel. The foreign ministers of the Commonwealth of Independent States will hold a meeting in a narrow format and in an expanded format. They are expected to exchange views on topical issues of the internati...

Over 2,100 haulers were queuing in Belarus to cross the border with the European Union as of 6.00 on 14 October, BelTA learned from the website of the State Border Committee.

"We are proud of Belarusian women who, setting an example of responsible motherhood, successfully fulfill themselves in their profession and public initiatives. We admire mothers who raised true patriots. All of you are the pillar of our state and yo...

World No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus has resumed training after the quarantine following the positive coronavirus test.

“The parties discussed the current state of cooperation in the construction sector, including the implementation of the Belarusian Quarter project in Kazakhstan,” the foreign ministry informed.

“The forum participants are set to discuss joint EAEU measures to overcome the negative effects of the pandemic, the development of priority, high-performance sectors of the economy, the promotion of joint research, and the role of digital and gre...

"Energy is the basis for the development of economy and business. Therefore, it must be efficient, modern and, therefore, environmentally friendly. It is obvious that the commissioning of the Belarusian NPP plays a key role in this process. The laun...

Polish security officers fire shots to intimidate refugees, the State Border Committee of Belarus told BelTA.

We see an interest among a huge number of international investors in Belarus, Chairman of the Standing Commission on International Affairs of the House of Representatives Andrei Savinykh said during the roundtable to discuss Belarus' investment attra...

The foreign ministers discussed a wide range of issues of bilateral cooperation, topical items on the international agenda, and interaction in the integration associations, including taking into account Belarus' chairmanship in the CIS.

The global energy crisis has had no impact on the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) member states, official representative of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) Iya Malkina told a briefing on 13 October.

“The United Nations Office of the Resident Coordinator in Belarus is aware of reports and existing concerns of the Government of Belarus in connection with a legal aid programme benefiting certain vulnerable groups of persons. The UN is in communic...

Aleksandr Volfovich drew attention to the fact that the Belarusian nuclear power plant still stands in the way of some European politicians involved in internal intrigues.

The Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) plans to introduce amendments to rules regulating electronic commerce, so that VAT is to be paid in the country were products are consumed.

The cooperation agreement is aimed to develop contacts between the Belarusian and Bulgarian regions at the level of administrations, local authorities, residents, enterprises and organizations.

A business forum organized by Belarusian Universal Commodity Exchange with the support of the Pskov Chamber of Commerce and Industry focused on ways to make a wider use of the Belarusian commodity exchange to export timber products by Pskov Oblast c...

The Russian Ministry of Health supports the production of COVID-19 vaccines in Belarus, Russian Minister of Health Mikhail Murashko told reporters on the sidelines of the 34th session of the CIS Healthcare Cooperation Council that is underway in Mins...

A service center of Minsk Motor Plant has been successfully operating in Tyumen. It has become a determining factor for the Belarusian producer to expand its presence in this market segment. As from now the sales of the products and their maintenance...

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Terricones in Soligorsk are the result of the activity of the Belarusian manufacturer Belaruskali. It is one of the world's largest producers of potassium salts and mineral fertilizers.

"But the threats are constantly changing. The pandemic has forced us to take a new look at biosecurity. Unilateral sanctions make us look for unconventional solutions in the field of economic security," Nikolai Patrushev said.

According to Iya Malkina, the mutual trade within the EAEU has exceeded the pre-pandemic level. “The volume of mutual trade in goods in the EAEU amounted to $45 billion in January-August 2021, up more than 31% compared with the same stretch a year ...

“The Supreme Eurasian Economic Council will convene online on 14 October. Taking part in it will be heads of the EAEU member states, presidents of the EAEU observer states - Cuba and Uzbekistan, Chairman of the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commis...

The nationwide coronavirus tally now stands at 563,813. A total of 537,527 patients previously diagnosed with COVID-19 have recovered in Belarus.

The Permanent Mission of the Republic of Belarus to the United Nations Office and other international organizations in Geneva has disclosed the details of how financial resources were misspent by the staff of the UN Office in Belarus.

Russia is deeply concerned about the ongoing attempts of the United States and the EU to grossly interfere in the internal affairs of Belarus, while ignoring Minsk's actions to consolidate society and carry out constitutional reform, Russian Foreign ...

The minister did not specify the projected output of this vaccine. “Our number one task now is to make sure it will be a high-quality vaccine. It must fully replicate the existing vaccine,” he said.

The Republic of Uzbekistan is the world's sixth largest producer and second largest exporter of cotton. In 2021, the UN General Assembly decided to annually celebrate World Cotton Day on 7 October.

“The funds allocated last year exceeded Br0.5 billion. The money were used to purchase medications, antiseptics and pay bonuses to healthcare workers operating in the red zones. This year we have already exceeded last year's figures by Br200 millio...

Members of the council are healthcare ministers and chief state sanitary inspectors. Chairman of the council, Healthcare Minister of Belarus Dmitry Pinevich is expected to speak on the results of Belarus' presidency in the Council.

The document was signed by WHO Regional Director for Europe Hans Kluge and Board Member (Minister) on Technical Regulation of the Eurasian Economic Commission Viktor Nazarenko.

Victoria Azarenka overcame Aliaksandra Sasnovich in straight sets in an all-Belarusian fourth round, 6-3, 6-4, in an hour and 31 minutes to reach the Indian Wells quarterfinal.

Over 300 trucks are waiting to cross the Belarus-Poland border at the Bruzgi, more than 190 at Berestovitsa, and over 370 at Kozlovichi.

The document improves mechanisms to support large families. The decree provides for the early use of family capital (starting from 1 January 2022) to improve housing conditions.

“Your council plays an important role in strengthening and expanding cooperation in healthcare throughout the CIS and has proved its relevance in today's difficult conditions of the coronavirus pandemic,” the message of greetings reads.

The parties discussed topical issues related to the development of Belarusian-Egyptian cooperation in trade and finances and stressed a huge untapped potential for its increase.

The final events of the 100 ideas for the CIS project with the participation of young developers of the Commonwealth of Independent States were held in the city of Kapan, the youth capital of Armenia in 2021.

Over 80 trucks are queuing at the Belarus-Latvia border at the Grigorovshchina checkpoint and more than 140 at Urbany.

We are actively working with the Ministry of Energy and Rosatom in Russia and with the Energy Ministry, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Protection, and the Emergencies Ministry in Belarus. We should make every effort to adopt such...

“In January-September 2021, the BelNPP generated 3.4 billion kWh of electricity. The plant has generated 3.9 billion kWh since the power start-up (November 2020). A total of 3.2 billion kWh has been supplied to the power grid. At estimated 930 mill...

The event is organized by the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation and the CIS Inter-Parliamentary Assembly.

"Today, almost the whole world uses high-speed railways. If we implement this project on the territory of Belarus and Russia, we will get direct access to Western Europe and actually create additional opportunities for the movement of goods from Sou...

Poland again forced refugees out of its territory, BelTA learned from the State Border Committee of Belarus.

Andrei Slepnev also recalled that work is underway to conclude a full-scale agreement with Iran: currently the EAEU has a temporary free trade agreement with this country. Negotiations are underway with India, too.

“As for the relations with the EU, we have noticed a growing interest on part of the EU partners. We have just had full-fledged consultations. We have discussed the climate, technical regulations, digital corridors - a whole range of processes. I b...

“The pandemic has exposed the issues of the modern civilization and created a new geopolitical reality. Manifestations of bloc mentality and national egoism, xenophobia, selfish disregard for international law - these are the sad realities our plan...

“Belarus has always proceeded from the need to resolve all disputes and conflicts by diplomatic means, has always stayed committed to equal dialogue, but it absolutely does not accept diktat and pressure,” the minister said.

Belarusian Minister of Foreign Affairs Vladimir Makei said this as he addressed the 6th meeting of ministers of foreign affairs of the member states of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA) in Nur-Sultan on 12 ...

“Today we need to admit that the security situation in the Asian region and the world as a whole is in a state of uncertainty. The situation in Afghanistan has suddenly become a new challenge for the entire world due to the hegemonic ambitions and ...

"Trade and economic ties with our partners in the Eurasian union are closely intertwined here. As a member of the Collective Security Treaty Organization, Belarus is interested in strengthening the collective security of the Central Asian region," t...

The Belarusian energy system has been rapidly assimilating digital technologies, Belarusian Energy Minister Viktor Karankevich said as he opened Energy Expo, the 25th installment of the Belarusian energy and environmental forum.

“Energy and environmental issues have always been drivers of innovation. Belarus has recently adopted a state program on electric transport development. We set an ambitious goal to switch 45% of urban passenger transport to electricity by 2025,” ...

“We are witnessing the crumbling of the system of global security, arms control and non-proliferation that took many decades and a lot of effort to build,” the minister emphasized.

A tactical training area of the international rescuers training center will be used for practical classes. It is a unique outdoor facility that allows modeling the entire range of natural and man-caused emergencies. The classes will last till 15 Oct...

Belarusian Minister of Foreign Affairs Vladimir Makei took part in the 6th meeting of ministers of foreign affairs of the member states of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA).

“Plans are in place to load fresh nuclear fuel into the reactor core of the BelNPP second unit before the end of the year. The fuel was delivered in April and passed the incoming inspection. The power unit is planned to be commissioned in 2022,” ...

The nationwide coronavirus tally now stands at 561,753. A total of 535,790 patients previously diagnosed with COVID-19 have recovered in Belarus.

According to Antonio Fallico, the forum will be held in a mixed online/offline format. “The offline part of the forum will become possible due to the improved epidemiological situation in Italy. It is very important to be able to resume contacts in...

"Agreements have been reached at the level of heads of state. The price of natural gas will remain at the level of $128.5 per 1,000 cubic meters. We are now working on the necessary documents and on the implementation of the agreements in 2022," Vikt...

“The new rankings covers 168 countries. Belarus has achieved impressive results and for the first time topped its regional group, placing 14th overall. Apart from Belarus, this regional group includes Eastern Europe and the CIS countries,” Belpoc...

Belarus in alliance with Russia can play a huge role in Greater Eurasia, Antonio Fallico, Chairman of Banca Intesa and President of the Conoscere Eurasia Association, said at a press conference dedicated to the upcoming Eurasian Economic Forum in Ver...

"Belarus has set out to improve energy efficiency and energy saving. Thanks to the attention of the head of state and state support for this effort, the energy intensity of our country's GDP has decreased by 1.2 times over the past 10 years. This is...

Heads of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) member states are set to adopt a statement on the climate agenda at the meeting of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council which is due in Minsk on 14 October.

"The exchange hosted the largest export trading session in wood pellets this year. Six transactions were made during the session for a total amount of $1.4 million. The buyers were companies from Denmark, Lithuania and Poland,” the press service s...

The demand of the USA to close down Belarus' consulate general in New York shows what U.S. repeated statements about ‘support' and ‘care' for the Belarusian people really mean, the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Belarus state...

“As the head of state, I insist that the education system should, first of all, prioritize fair attitude to every person, provide equal education opportunities,” Aleksandr Lukashenko stressed.

Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has hosted a meeting to discuss legislative improvements to the national education system. “Amending the code and admission rules is akin to the adoption of a new Constitution. We and our children will have...

Changtang National Nature Reserve in the Tibet Autonomous Region in southwest China is known as the "treasure trove of Arctic-Alpine biodiversity." The reserve is an integral and unique ecosystem, a habitat for many species of animals.

Belarus' consulate general in New York will stop working on 21 October 2021 at the request of the U.S. side, BelTA informs citing the website of the diplomatic mission.

“Such holidays boost patriotism and pride in the Motherland, its history, culture and outstanding figures. It is love for one's country, faith in the strength of the nation's unity, devotion to the values ​​bequeathed by ancestors that are the ...

Over 2,500 haulers were queuing in Belarus to cross the border with the European Union as of 8.00 on 12 October, BelTA learned from the website of the State Border Committee.

The head of state noted that Oleg Novitsky devoted his life to space exploration and that his personal contribution to the study of near-earth space cannot be overestimated.

In January-August, Belarusian foodstuffs were shipped to 99 countries worldwide. Belarus increased food deliveries to practically all regions. Export to the CIS countries, including the Russian Federation, rose by 6.3%, to Asia and Oceania by 38.8%, ...

On 11 October Belarusian Ambassador to Russia Vladimir Semashko met with General Director of the Roscosmos State Corporation for Space Activities Dmitry Rogozin to discuss participation of Belarusian construction companies in the construction of faci...

“This year the export of Belarusian goods to Primorsky Krai has already reached $13 million, up by 43% year-on-year. Although the contribution of Mogilev Oblast is still insignificant – just $500,000, the growth rate is quite impressive: this ye...

"We express the hope that Poland will return to fulfilling its obligations under international law in relation to all refugees in need of protection and asylum without exception," the State Border Committee said.

The CD with Weinberg's second and fourth chamber symphonies has been released by Naxos Records and is available worldwide. Pizzicato Magazine spoke highly of the work, noting that the young team under the baton of Rostislav Krimer from Belarus “is...

In September the base index of consumer prices, which rules out changes in prices for individual goods and services susceptible to administrative and seasonal factors, totaled 101.3% as against August 2021 and 107.7% as against December 2020.

Over 2,700 haulers were queuing in Belarus to cross the border with the European Union as of 18.00 on 11 October.

The Council of Ministers of Internal Affairs of the CIS member states held a video-conference on 11 October. Taking part in the online meeting were representatives of the ministries of internal affairs (police) of Azerbaijan, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakh...

Kamila Valieva of Russia scored a total of 249.24 to win the event. Second was her teammate Elizaveta Tuktamysheva of Russia (233.30 points). Russia's Alena Kostronaia placed third (218.83 points).

Belarus and Russia are planning to exchange electronic services, First Deputy Director of the National Center for Electronic Services Sergei Rudnev told journalists at a press conference hosted by BelTA on 11 October.

This year, the exchange trade has been growing across all commodity groups, First Deputy Chairman of the Board of the Belarusian Universal Commodity Exchange Andrei Novikov said at the annual web-based conference of the International Association of F...

In January-August 2021 Belarus' foreign trade totaled $58.4827 billion, up by 30.6% year-on-year. Import amounted to $28.077 billion (up by 28.9%). Surplus of foreign trade in goods and services equaled $2.328 billion, up from $1.231 billion in Janua...

Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has wished a happy birthday to People's Artist of Belarus Yevgeny Gladkov.

The nationwide coronavirus tally now stands at 559,715. A total of 534,256 patients previously diagnosed with COVID-19 have recovered in Belarus.

In the final the Belarusian athlete lost to Serbia's Zurabi Datunashvili 1-9. Bronze medals went to Georgia's Lasha Gobadze and Arkadiusz Kulynycz of Poland.

Ring-tailed lemurs Marta and Junior, who came to Minsk Zoo from Moscow in late 2020, welcomed two babies in early August. Now the adorable duo has been given regular outdoor access where visitors to the Minsk Zoo can see them.

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“It is with deep pain that the Republic of Belarus has learned the news about a deadly collapse of a block of a residential building in Batumi,” the message of condolences reads.

“Every day there were long queues for our products, even on weekdays. Belarusian sellers were afraid of running out of products before the end of the fair,” the deputy minister said.

Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has expressed condolences to head of Russia's Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov over plane crash victims.

"The parties expressed interest in expanding tourist exchanges between Belarus and Uzbekistan, mutual promotion of tourist packages in their countries and creating, taking into account the logistical capabilities, a joint tourist product ‘Uzbekist...

The Made in Belarus exposition at the BakuBuild exhibition is organized by the Belinterexpo exhibition company of the Belarusian Chamber of Commerce and Industry in cooperation with the Belarusian embassy in Azerbaijan.

According to Aleksei Bogdanov, in January-August 2021 Belarus exported $4.1 million worth of agricultural products, up 10.8% year-on-year. “By the end of the year, Belarusian food exports are expected to exceed $6 billion,” he said.