Nikolai Snopkov said: “The simultaneous enforcement of more packages of sanctions by the European Union, the UK, the USA, and Canada indicates that key Western players coordinate their approaches and actions against our country."

With the countermeasures against the West's sanctions in place, we need to ensure that the market is saturated with necessary goods and to prevent price increases, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he hosted a government meeting to di...

It is necessary to provide all kinds of support to domestic companies amidst the sanctions, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he hosted a meeting to discuss Belarus' response to the sanctions on 16 December.

“As for reciprocal measures, which have already been taken and are yet to be worked out, they are not an active position of our people. We are not a warmongering nation, and, by the way, we did not start this war. We are always open to a constructi...

Aleksei Avdonin emphasized that the Americans and the British are fully aware that they will not be able to indefinitely sell to international media a story about Russia ‘planning' but never undertaking military offensive against Ukraine. They need...

Belarus will carry on despite the sanctions, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at a meeting to discuss ways to counter the sanctions against the country.

“The collective West keeps on trying to reduce the level of integration in Eurasia,” said the head of state.

“I have invited you to discuss the state of the economy. At the end of the year Belarus faced unprecedented pressure, and the sanctions are mostly likely to be piling up. We should build a clear understanding of how to act, avoid inappropriate step...

The Belarusian government has approved a national action plan to promote a green economy in 2021-2025. The plan was formalized by the Council of Ministers' Resolution No. 710 as of 10 December 2021.

The parties discussed the state of Belarus-China relations and plans to hold bilateral events at high and highest levels.

On behalf of Belarusian people and himself, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has congratulated Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on the national holiday - the 30th anniversary of the country's independence.

A delegation of Uzbekistan's National Guard led by Commander, Major-General Rustam Dzhurayev is in Belarus on a working visit. A plan on practical cooperation between Uzbekistan's National Guard and the Belarusian Internal Affairs Ministry was signed...

Agricultural producers of all types made 1.6 million tonnes of live weight cattle and poultry, 7.1 million tonnes of milk, and 3,229.4 million eggs. State-run agricultural enterprises accounted for 96.4% of the total production of live weight cattle ...

Participants of the videoconference session discussed draft agendas of the next sessions of the Supreme State Council and the Council of Ministers of the Union State of Belarus and Russia.

Since 2018 the EV charging stations chain has increased from 14 stations to 486. The number of charging stations is supposed to exceed 600 by the end of 2021. According to Belorusneft, it will be enough for a fleet of over 25,000 electric vehicles.

According to Statistics Estonia, the volume of Belarusian goods, which mainly go through Estonia in transit, has reached a record high this year. Belarusian goods worth €500 million were imported to Estonia in January-October 2021. These are mostl...

In January-October 2021, real household disposable income of Belarusians rose by 2.2% year-on-year, BelTA learned from representatives of the National Statistics Committee of Belarus.

Maria Zakharova was asked to comment on the recent statement by U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin who said that Lithuania is a ‘beacon of democracy' and that the USA is going to strengthen the Lithuanian Armed Forces to fight Russia, Belarus ...

Intensive business contacts facilitate and generate capital flows to Belarus, Deputy Economy Minister of Belarus Anzhelika Nikitina told BelTA.

The nationwide coronavirus tally now stands at 678,277. A total of 669,068 patients previously diagnosed with COVID-19 have recovered in Belarus.

In his words, today's ruling by the Constitutional Court will serve as kind of a legal signal, primarily for the United Nations Organization, a signal that calls for an effective and prompt response to such a rude violation of universal principles an...

Bayanbulak Grassland is the second largest steppe pasture in China. It is located in the very west of the country at the foot of the Tien Shan Mountains.

Some 120 refugees currently living in the transport and logistics center near the Belarusian-EU border have agreed to return home under the IOM assisted voluntary return and reintegration program, communications officer at the International Organizat...

Interregional cooperation is the cornerstone for the development of mutual trade, Mogilev Vice Governor Ruslan Strakhar said during the tenth meeting of the CIS Council for Interregional and Cross-Border Cooperation,

Aleksandr Lukashenko noted that the neighboring states - Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Ukraine – have a plethora of economic and social issues. They are using the conflict with Belarus to resolve their domestic problems in one way or another.

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “What happens after is important. We will have to revise hundreds of regulatory acts. We will have to rebuild the country. Not only from the point of view of statutory and regulatory practices but we will have to reorgani...

“It is obvious that it is impossible to solve the problems without new points of growth. Vitebsk Oblast has its unique advantages, which are still underused. This means they should, but still do not produce the necessary financial return,” said A...

According to her, the position of the Constitutional Court should be “a guideline for all decision-makers among government agencies and officials without exception responsible for defending national interests, ensuring the protection of the rights ...

The Belarusian confectionary factory Kommunarka is planning to make 1,150,000 sweet gift sets from 0.3 to 3kg for the holiday season.

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “Unfortunately, the situation in the real sector of the Vitebsk Oblast economy is having a negative effect on living standards of citizens. Pay attention to the level of revenues of the population. Vitebsk Oblast offers t...

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “The strictest technological discipline and performance discipline, frugal use of all resources are necessary above all. As a man of science the new oblast governor understands it perfectly well.”

According to the head of state, there are examples of good results achieved by some industrial and agricultural enterprises. At the same time the region has nothing to boast about, the president stressed.

“In collaboration with partners from the Red Cross, we are handing out humanitarian aid to women living in the refugee shelter: hygiene kits, towels, underwear, warm socks,” said program analyst at UNFPA Belarus Olga Lukashkova. She noted that th...

The head of state noted that tensions are constantly being raised in the world, a confrontation between geopolitical players is in progress. The pandemic has made all the contradictions even more pronounced.

Aleksandr Lukashenko noted that many of the projects that are being implemented in Vitebsk Oblast were initiated by the current and former leadership of the region.

“According to the Charter of Economic Rights and Duties of States, no state may use or encourage the use of economic, political or any other type of measures to coerce another state in order to obtain from it the subordination of the exercise of it...

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “Those, who work with it, have calmly found ways and keep working. Yes, there will be nuances, there will be problems, too. But we have to act. We have to tough it out.”

The parties reviewed the bilateral cooperation and the progress in the plan of program action of the Republic of Belarus and the city of Moscow to develop cooperation in trade, economy, science, technology , humanitarian, cultural and social affairs ...

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “I cannot say the situation is critical. It is not the situation we had last year. But I always urge you not to relax in any case. It applies not only to law enforcement agencies. Those are working as hard as they can. Th...

The problem of insufficient funding in healthcare was raised during the meeting hosted by the Vitebsk Oblast Executive Committee. According to Vitebsk Oblast Deputy Governor Vladimir Penin, the lack of funds holds back the renovation of healthcare fa...

"The Constitutional Court believes that the restrictive measures provided in the documents adopted by the European Union and some foreign states affect the rights and freedoms of citizens in a certain way," Alla Bodak said.

“The documents adopted (issued) by the European Union and some foreign states and their bodies on introducing restrictive measures against the Republic of Belarus, do not comply with the UN Charter,” said Piotr Miklashevich.

“The Constitutional Court believes that the documents adopted by the EU and some foreign states in relation to some individuals and legal entities of Belarus complicate their work and hamper the implementation of social, economic, and civil rights ...

"The work has been organized in a routine mode. I would like to note that Belarus is doing everything possible for these people, unlike the European officials, who are all talk but no real action," Igor Gedich said.

Vladimir Penin, deputy chairman of the Vitebsk Oblast Executive Committee in charge of the social sector, informed the participants of the meeting that the number of COVID-19 cases is falling making up 25% from the latest wave peak.

On 15 December, Aleksandr Subbotin was approved Vitebsk Oblast governor at the session of the Vitebsk Oblast Council of Deputies on 15 December.

The amendments are aimed at ensuring an uninterrupted supply of oil products to consumers of the country, including during overhauls of oil refineries, increasing the responsibility of suppliers, and attracting investments to strengthen the material ...

Representatives of Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, the Secretariat of the CIS IPA Council and the CIS Executive Committee took part in a video conference.

Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko signed the law “On Amendments to the Criminal Code of the Republic of Belarus” on 14 December.

The game was really tight. The first goal was scored by Belarus' Matvei Morshchenok in the 31st minute of the match. Russia tied the game during the third period. The match went into overtime.

“We have organized an exhibition to popularize the Chinese language and culture, to get Minsk residents familiar with the most significant scientific and technological achievements of ancient and modern China,” said Anastasia Malukhina, a special...

“Medics did great. They learned how to treat people, found their bearings fast!” Aleksandr Lukashenko said. “There is a peculiarity: our infectologists (notable doctors) don't treat people as much, I don't waste their time on it. They come and ...

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “You have to understand that what we saw last year is only the tip of the iceberg. The things below that depend on the social and economic development, standards, and accomplishments of Mogilev Oblast.”

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “You have to keep an eye on the economy and enterprises. And certainly on Mogilevkhimvolokno and Belshina [one of the largest enterprises in Mogilev Oblast]. If they fail, we have nothing to replace them with. But it does...

Aleksandr Lukashenko thanked his fellow Belarusians for support and resilience during last year's events. “You looked decent. And your governor [Mogilev Oblast former governor Leonid Zayats] was at the forefront like a tribune,” the president sta...

At the same time the head of state drew attention to a small decrease in investment activity in Mogilev Oblast. Aleksandr Lukashenko expects the oblast administration to secure an increase in this sphere.

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “As people say, some have their face in the trough. I ask you not to go this way. I will not be able to protect you because it is one of the key requirements of my policy.”

Aleksandr Lukashenko remarked that the formation of a capable personnel potential in the region is the first thing the new Mogilev Oblast governor Anatoly Isachenko will have to work on. The president cautioned against hasty decisions and against let...

“I am absolutely convinced and I say it in the presence of Leonid Konstantinovich [Zayats, the previous Mogilev Oblast governor] that he will be at least as good. I made sure of that using Minsk Oblast as an example,” Aleksandr Lukashenko said

According to his data, the region's population dropped by 70,000 people in the last ten years. Essentially a major city has been lost. “But prospects are the key here. If people see prospects here, they will live here,” the president said.

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “I have no big complaints about his work. He demonstrated he is an experienced, skillful, and demanding manager.” In his words, Mogilev Oblast demonstrated substantial gains in the main development parameters.

Taking into account proposals made by representatives of ministries and government agencies concerned of the CSTO member states the sides discussed measures meant to enhance the readiness of the CSTO collective security forces for carrying out assign...

BelTA reported earlier that Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko arrived in Mogilev in order to present Anatoly Isachenko as the new Mogilev Oblast governor before senior Mogilev Oblast officials.

Since Emmanuel Macron raised the matter of the situation at the Belarus-EU border, Vladimir Putin noted representatives of the European Union member states should discuss the problem directly with the Belarusian government.

For the European diplomacy, the fate of migrants is just another imaginary battlefield, said Anatoly Glaz, Head of the Information and Digital Diplomacy Office, Press Secretary of the Belarusian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

This year Shanzad Trade Link has organized sales of MTZ 800 tractors, and has also begun supplying a new modification of MTZ 500 tractors with a power regulator.

The nationwide coronavirus tally now stands at 676,512. A total of 667,041 patients previously diagnosed with COVID-19 have recovered in Belarus.

Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko will introduce newly-appointed Governor Anatoly Isachenko to the Mogilev Oblast senior officials.

Seven Belarusian athletes will compete at the 2021 FINA World Swimming Championships in Abu Dhabi, the UAE on 16-21 December.

Members of the House of Representatives took part in the high-level Regional Consultation "Parliamentarians for Children” organized by the UNICEF Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia via video conferencing.

The main issues considered during the meeting were investments in culture and creativity. They concerned job creation, promotion of cultural diversity in the digital space, and raising the status of creative workers.

The event featured all the regions of the country. Each region was represented by winners of Olympiads, tournaments, creative competitions, sports competitions, as well as children from orphanages and foster families. Regional centers will also host ...

The key to a new apartment in a prestigious neighborhood is a great gift for the New Year holidays!

As of 1 December 2021 the broad money supply in Belarus amounted to Br52.386 billion, up by 6% from 1 November, BelTA learned from the National Bank of the Republic of Belarus (NBRB).

I would like to thank Lilia Ananich, the author of the bill, the Prosecutor General's Office, everyone who took part in the preparation of this bill: the National Center for Legislation and Legal Research, the National Academy of Sciences, the archiv...

"We want to keep kids busy. Another goal is to identify children in need of psychological help. Taking into account their situation, children may feel anxiety," said Irina Kazhuro, director of the Grodno Regional Social and Pedagogical Center.

The exercise is designed to improve coordination between structural subdivisions of the Defense Ministry, the General Staff of the Armed Forces, military command and other bodies of the Armed Forces.

The bill also contains provisions on commemorating the genocide victims. It seeks to improve awareness raising and education campaigns in order to shape appropriate moral, social and political attitudes to this matter.

Taking part in the video-conference were representatives of Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and the CIS Executive Committee. Representatives of Azerbaijan and Moldova participated in the meeting ...

“Belarus will give an adequate response to the sanctions. The best scenario would be the readiness of European partners for dialogue, for taking into account the interests of Belarus and the reasoning it communicated to Europeans. Globally, the san...

The Standing Committee for Economy, Budget and Finances of the Council of the Republic, the upper house of the Belarusian parliament, held a videoconference to discuss key approaches to budgeting and taxation for 2022 amidst new economic challenges.

The head of state noted that he also wants to meet with members of the regional councils of deputies and senior officials. “I will explain in more detail my personnel decisions, because governors are key officials in the country. There is no countr...

The ambassadors discussed a number of items on the bilateral agenda and the international one. High dynamics of the political dialogue between the Republic of Belarus and the United Arab Emirates at all levels was mentioned. Intensive advancement of ...

After urgent work to commission the main life support installations of the Belarusian Antarctic station was done on 11 December 2021 a state flag of the Republic of Belarus and a flag of the National Academy of Sciences were hoisted at the station's ...

Yuri Chebotar said: “The latest foreign trade statistics confirms the effectiveness of the export strategies Belarusian enterprises have chosen this year. As for merchandise, the foreign trade coverage ratio has increased considerably – by 4 perc...

Pavel Latushko is accused of committing a crime against interests of the service according to part 3, article 426 of the Criminal Code of Belarus. The unlawful actions are classified as abuse of power.

The Olympic Summit stands firmly against any politicization of the Olympic Games and sport, and strongly emphasized the need for the political neutrality of the IOC, the Olympic Games and the entire Olympic Movement, reads the declaration published o...

“It is with deep sorrow that the Republic of Belarus learned the news about the numerous victims and large-scale destruction caused by the tornadoes that tore through Kentucky and a number of other U.S. states,” the message of condolences reads.

The parties reviewed the cooperation in 2021 between the UN and Belarus in sustainable development, response to the COVID-19 pandemic

More than 570,000 Minskers have completed the vaccination against COVID-19, BelTA learned from the Telegram channel "Minsk. Officially."

“We see from open sources that this variant is not more severe than Delta. It spreads faster, to put it simply, but it does not pose a higher risk than the Delta variant,” Dmitry Pinevich said.

"We have 56 laboratories that work 24/7. We have not had had problems with the 72-hour PCR test requirement and I do not think that there will be problems with the 48 hour requirement," Dmitry Pinevich said.

“The number of confirmed cases and the hospital admission rate of people diagnosed with COVID-19 pneumonia in Belarus are now 30% below the peak of the latest coronavirus wave. Therefore, healthcare facilities are resuming en masse the provision of...

Dmitry Pinevich said: “We bottle the Sputnik V vaccine together with Russian companies. We will fully localize Sputnik V production next year. I don't want to go into details but during a break we had a number of negotiations with developers of oth...

"During the COVID-19 pandemic, which is still ongoing, we are fully provided with the necessary anti-COVID drugs. Most of them are made in Belarus. This speaks volumes," Dmitry Cherednichenko said.

More than 3.97 million people in Belarus have got the first shot of a COVID-19 vaccine.

“This matter is being discussed within the framework of the Union State and the Eurasian Economic Union,” the minister said answering the question about creating a common database of vaccinated Belarusians and Russians.