Belarus' Finance Minister Yuri Seliverstov explained why Belarus decided to handle payments on Eurobonds in Belarusian rubles as he talked to journalists on 29 June.

"When we see behavior that clearly deviates from international principles, from the obligations that countries have undertaken under international treaties, we cannot remain silent,” Chairman of the Standing Commission on International Affairs of t...

Belarusian checkpoints continue operating in a routine mode.

The KHL two-time champion trained in Belarus last summer and also in February 2022.

The Brest Oblast delegation, which will include representatives of the business community and authorities, will be headed by Brest Oblast Governor Yuri Shuleiko and Chairman of the Brest Oblast Council of Deputies Yuri Narkevich.

The list of banned goods includes pigs, cattle meat, pork, some by-products, salted brined, dried or smoked meat, food flour from meat or meat by-products, milk and dairy products (with some exceptions), vegetables, and other goods.

“Debt obligations under sovereign securities floated on international financial markets will be honored in Belarusian rubles at the rate of the country's National Bank as of the date of payment,” the Belarusian government said.

The exercise focuses on managing army units and brigade units in the course of a defensive operation. It will evaluate readiness of staffs and improve their cohesion. It will allow commanding officers to improve their ability to organize a defensive ...

The official said: “Thanks to those, who are sitting in the first ranks in this hall, we live today, our state exists, and we have an opportunity to celebrate this holiday. We can only imagine what they had to go through, how they went to attack gu...

Belarus had to deal with a refugee crisis in 2021 when more than 3,500 migrants from the Middle East were trying to cross the Polish border in Belarus, and the country did well, Colonel Aleksei Begun, Head of the Citizenship and Migration Department ...

The agreement was signed by Chairman of the Belarusian Dinamo Igor Oberemko and Chairman of the Russian Dynamo Anatoly Gulevsky in the headquarters of the National Olympic Committee of Belarus.

According to the head of state, every generation goes through trials: some went through revolutions, while the parents of the graduates, as well as the president, went through the turbulent 1990s.

Aleksandr Lukashenko remarked: “Love for the native land, careful treatment of traditions and historic memory will secure not only the preservation of the nation but the enhancement of the role and the voice of our Belarus in the global internation...

For Belarus it is important to integrate into a new model whatever way the world goes, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at the National Ball of University Graduates.

Attending the ball were 230 graduates of Belarusian universities. This time the ball celebrated the Belarusian history and culture.

Chairwoman of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of Russia Valentina Matviyenko met with the participants of the Belarusian-Russian military-patriotic project The Memory Train on 28 June.

The protocol was signed in Tehran and provides for the extension of the interim agreement for three years (until 27 October 2025) or until a full-fledged agreement enter into force.

Evgeny Shestakov said: “Realizing the stance outlined by the head of state and government, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is actively organizing the promotion of our trade and economic interests to remote markets. Certainly, the term covers virtua...

According to First Vice President of the Russian Ice Hockey Federation and head coach of SKA St Petersburg Roman Rotenberg, the Channel One Cup in December will feature the Russian team, a national team of young Russian players under 25 and also team...

BUCE and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Samara Oblast signed an agreement on cooperation during the official visit of a delegation of the Russian region to Belarus on 27 June. The document was signed by Eduard Belsky, First Deputy Chairman o...

The list includes a total of 870 natural persons.

Belarus is determined to advance from simple trade with Latin America to the establishment of joint ventures and assembly factories, Belarus' Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Evgeny Shestakov said at the Belarus-Latin America forum.

Belarus' trade with Latin America has been growing steadily but still does not fully correspond to the real capabilities of the parties, Belarusian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Evgeny Shestakov said at the Belarus-Latin America Forum at the Bus...

“Belarus attaches special importance to the development of a fruitful dialogue with Latin American and Caribbean countries and is ready to strengthen cooperation in all areas,” Evgeny Shestakov said.

As of 28 June as part of the first cutting farmers cut down grass on 66.5% of the targeted area in Vitebsk Oblast, 97.7% in Grodno Oblast, and 96.9% in Mogilev Oblast. Brest Oblast, Gomel Oblast, and Minsk Oblast have already hit the first grass cutt...

There are already clusters in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, petrochemistry, instrumentation and electrical engineering, and IT. Among those emerging, we associate great hopes with projects for smart production technologies, in mechanical engineerin...

“The diplomats discussed the entire range of bilateral relations with an emphasis on trade and economic cooperation and the expansion of the legal framework,” the Belarusian diplomatic mission noted.

“I have been chairing the CIS Executive Committee for many years, and statements about the possible withdrawal of this or that state are heard regularly. They are voiced by public figures, MPs, journalists and so on. Officially, no one of Moldova's...

There are too many inconsistencies in the situation with the shopping center in Kremenchug. This is exactly what the Kiev regime needs: to keep focus on Ukraine ahead of the NATO summit, the diplomat noted.

“The agenda of the CIS Heads of State Council meeting might include eight issues, and the CIS Ministerial Council meeting 17 issues. Yet, I want to say right away that this agenda is tentative. Work on the agenda continues,” Sergei Lebedev said.

The CIS member states have stepped up cooperation in the manufacturing industry, energy and transport, Chairman of the CIS Executive Committee - CIS Executive Secretary Sergei Lebedev told reporters.

Belarusian checkpoints continue operating in a routine mode, the State Border Committee added.

Oleg Gaidukevich emphasized that Ukraine lost so much of its sovereignty that it cannot stop the conflict on its own territory. “If Zelensky wants to negotiate tomorrow, they won't let him do it. This is a loss of sovereignty. Yet, we are the one t...

The document allows exporters to conclude contracts with resident and non-resident freight forwarding companies without holding a competition (tender).

On 27 June Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko signed a decree to award 75 Belarusians from various walks of life, BelTA learned from the press service of the Belarusian leader.

The convention was signed under the aegis of the International Atomic Energy Agency in 1997. Its parties are 87 countries and Euratom. Belarus has been party to the convention since 24 February 2003 and takes part in all the review meetings.

According to Aleksandr Volfovich, the head of state wants the Emergencies Ministry to contribute to law and order enforcement. “Certainly, the main task of the Emergencies Ministry is to deal with consequences of man-caused emergencies, put out fir...

– Brest is set to host the Belarusian Open Swimming Cup on 29 June-2 July, spokesperson for the Belarusian Swimming Federation Yekaterina Romanovskaya told BelTA.

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Belarus to the Republic of Uzbekistan Leonid Marinich took part in the solemn ceremony of presenting diplomas to the first graduates of the Uzbekistan-Belarus faculty Innovative Pedagogy...

"For eight weeks since 15 April, 88,649 foreign citizens took advantage of the opportunity to visit Belarus without a visa. Among them there were 58,697 citizens of Lithuania, 7,593 aliens and 22,359 citizens of Latvia.

Belarus' Prime Minister Roman Golovchenko outlined Belarus-Samara Oblast cooperation prospects as he met with Samara Oblast Governor Dmitry Azarov.

It is important for Belarus to advance business ties and expand the areas of bilateral cooperation with Russian regions, Belarusian First Deputy Economy Minister Yuri Chebotar said during a working trip to Kazan, Russia.

"In Caracas, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro took part in a solemn ceremony to commission two new houses for 120 apartments built by Belarusian companies," the embassy said. "

The Belarusian economy has managed to handle the existing challenges; the economic slowdown will be reversed, First Deputy Director General of the China-Belarus Industrial Park Great Stone Development Company Kirill Koroteyev told reporters.

Belarus' GDP contracted by 3.4% in January-May. "The economy has slowed, but it was expected. Now foreign economic activity is undergoing a deep transformation. A slow down was necessary to redirect trade flows. We expect the trend to change in H2," ...

“If the West wanted to, it would have made Kiev sit down at the negotiating table and reach peace agreements. They had absolutely other goals, other tasks. That is obvious to everyone today,” Valentina Matviyenko said.

-Samara Oblast counts on the assistance of Belarus in solving the problems of the Russian automotive giant AvtoVAZ and its return to rhythmic work, Governor Dmitry Azarov said during a meeting with Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko.

All agreements and contracts with Russian partners should be executed without delay, Aleksandr Lukashenko said addressing the Belarusian officials. “This is very important for our economy," he stressed.

First of all, the Russian governor thanked the Belarusian head of state for the opportunity to meet: “It is a great honor for us and, of course, we have a huge responsibility to implement the tasks set by President Putin and you, Mr Lukashenko, to ...

Aleksandr Lukashenko said Belarus is ready to substantially increase shipments of cutting-edge automobiles, agricultural machines, road construction machines, and municipal vehicles. He drew attention to timber-harvesting machines, which production B...

A wreath was laid at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier near the Kremlin Wall in Moscow on behalf of the Belarusian Embassy on 27 June on the occasion of the 78th anniversary of Belarus' liberation from Nazi invaders and Belarus' Independence Day.

According to Aleksandr Lukashenko, the topic of import substitution was discussed in detail during his recent talks with the Russian leader. "This is the number one question. We agreed to keep this process under tight control," the head of state sai...

"We are pleased that our products and services are fully in demand in the Russian market. Today, the question is no longer how to sell, as it was before," Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said.

The president said Belarus was ready to significantly increase the supplies of the most modern automotive, agricultural, road construction, municipal and logging equipment to Russia.

“Your nation is not just close to us. You are our kin. You have come to your Belarus. It will be this way forever. The events of recent years and days once again show that we need to stand united, we have nothing to quarrel over. As soon as we star...

Special attention during the talks between BUCE and AEEX was paid to the prospects of participation of suppliers from China in the bidding on the import substitution exchange platform.

The Belarusian currently holds 4,046 points. Victoria Azarenka is 20th with 2,086 points, Aliaksandra Sasnovich - 35th with 1,411 points.

Belarus continues providing all necessary assistance to Ukrainian nationals.

“It is even strange to hear such a thing. Believe me, we do not need to worry about anything like that in the near future,” said Belarusian Agriculture and Food Minister Igor Brylo.

The political scientist said that Belarus is important for Russia from the point of view of food security.

“The Forum of Regions is gaining momentum every year. This year the forum envisages in-person participation. The forum was held online in the previous two years due to the COVID-19 epidemic. We are looking forward to this forum to meet our friends ...

The meeting covered a lot of topics starting with logistics and economic cooperation and ending with responses to threats to military security and interaction within the framework of international organizations.

“We will talk about the entire range of matters relating to the development of infrastructure, trade, to the realization of major projects,” the Russian head of state identified the economic matters that would be discussed.

“I mean the companies from unfriendly countries that used to supply products to us, to Russia and Belarus… We will be able to make our own products during this year and the next one,” the head of state added.

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “I've been to Bronka where we intend to build the Belarusian port. Thank you for support. You've approved that construction project. I looked around. I was very pleased to see what Kronshtadt is. To encounter it face to f...

It was noted that Belarus-Russia trade rose by more than a third in 2021 to over $38 billion. Growth continued in January-April 2022, with the growth rate hitting 110%, Aleksandr Lukashenko specified.

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “This forum is organized by parliamentarians – the upper chambers of the Belarusian parliament and the Russian one. They organize things well and will organize a very good forum in Grodno.”

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “I'd like to talk to you about the Shanghai Cooperation Organization where we are observers. We may consult, you may back the upgrade of our status. A lot of time has passed. I think we will come in handy over there.”

"They can fire ballistic and cruise missiles with conventional and nuclear warheads,” Vladimir Putin added. He suggested instructing the defense ministers and the chiefs of the general staffs of Belarus and Russia to work out all the relevant detai...

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “We are very stressed by the situation and the policy our neighbors pursue. Broadly speaking, you know it. I am talking about the leadership of Poland and the leadership of Lithuania. A policy in favor of confrontation. A...

Aleksandr Lukashenko noted Lithuania acts in a similar manner. “The flow of information regarding their intention to stop transit from Russia to Kaliningrad via Belarus, to isolate Kaliningrad is increasing. Listen, it is tantamount to the declarat...

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “We are very concerned about training flights of USA and NATO aircraft, which are training to carry nuclear warheads. It is very stress-inducing for us. This is why I ask you to consider a tit-for-tat response to these th...

The Russian head of state said he intended to inform his Belarusian counterpart about progress and results of a recent discussion at a BRICS forum: “Many of the speakers expressed concerns due to disrupted deliveries of food and fertilizers, rising...

The multifunctional sea transshipping complex Bronka is the only deep-water terminal in the St Petersburg port. The depth of the terminal's approach canal and water area is 14.4m. Port Bronka is conveniently placed.

Viktor Khrenin said: “Today is a remarkable day in the life of Belarus' Armed Forces: graduates of the Military Academy will join the officer corps of our country. Over 470 lieutenants are about to begin a new stage of military service in the Belar...

For the two nations orientation towards tight fruitful cooperation is a natural process predetermined by their geographical proximity, unbreakable cultural and spiritual ties that evolved over centuries, and the common heroic past.

Diplomatic relations between the Republic of Belarus and the Russian Federation were established on 25 June 1992.

Members of the council discussed the concept and preparations for the forthcoming technical drill in cyber security, which is scheduled to take place in H2 2022. They shared positive experience of ensuring the protection of national critical informat...

Participants of the meeting heard out a report from Chief of the State Secret Protection Department of the Troops (Collective Forces) Deployment and Training Planning Center of the CSTO Joint Staff, Colonel Sergei Voloshin.

Among the main priorities of scientific and technological development of the EAEU member states are information and communication technologies; biotechnology, pharmacology and medicine; machine-building technologies; new materials and fuel production...

The Russian governor said that on 22 June the two countries marked the mournful date of the beginning of the Great Patriotic War.

“We have a lot to talk about, especially amid the West's pressure on Belarus. We want to redirect about 20 million tonnes of cargo to your ports. I will ask for your support and assistance. We have agreed on this with the Russian president,” said...

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “Tomorrow Vladimir Vladimirovich [Putin] and I will hold serious negotiations on serious problems as usual. But that will be tomorrow. Our meeting today is absolutely not ceremonial. We have something to discuss.”

Belarusian industry has high competence that make its products competitive in world markets, St. Petersburg Governor Alexander Beglov said as he met with Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko on 24 June.

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “St Petersburg is one of the main directions of work in the Russian Federation for us. We will do everything not to lose this huge Russian platform. Our trade turnover is growing well, we can increase it. Particularly tak...

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “We have something to discuss. I remember your arrival in Belarus [in early February 2022]. We came to terms on a lot of things. I'd like you to tell me honestly and sincerely what we, Belarusians, could do better.”

Chairman of the CIS Executive Committee, CIS Executive Secretary Sergei Lebedev is expected to take part in the session.

The Board reviewed a number of topical issues, including the 2021 annual financial performance of the Bank and approved the Annual Report of the Bank's Board, financial statements and report on the project activities for the past year.

"Today we have considered all the items on the agenda and made important decisions, including on the preparation of agreements to combat terrorism and illegal migration. I am sure that they will give a new impetus to the common work to neutralize th...

As part of the program on modernizing Belarus' largest oil storage facility – the line operation dispatcher station Mozyr – the Belarusian company OAO Gomeltransneft Druzhba has commissioned three new oil storage tanks

"Interfaith and interethnic peace is part and parcel of social stability in society. In terms of religious and national-cultural relations the government has been working to promote the conditions necessary for the development of all faiths and eth...

The head of the Belarusian diplomatic mission congratulated the winners and participants of the contest. He also thanked the management of the Chinese universities of foreign languages for their efforts in popularizing Belarusian language and culture...

The market launch of Belarus' first COVID-19 vaccine is scheduled for the end of 2023, First Deputy Healthcare Minister Yelena Krotkova said at a joint meeting of the House of Representatives and the Council of the Republic, BelTA has learned.

I don't think we need to make such a big issue out of this. I would like to note that we initially took a very cautious and balanced approach to the participation in this organization and prioritized the national interests, Igor Petrishenko said.

In 2022, more than Br16 billion, or about 9% of GDP, will be allocated to pay pensions. In order to maintain the level of income of pensioners, labor pensions were revised upwards by 7% on 1 March.

Belarus has plans to once again approach some countries and bring up the issue of responsibility of the SS members, Belarus' Prosecutor General Andrei Shved told reporters before the 32nd meeting of the Coordination Council of Prosecutors General of ...

“The sports sector is in a difficult situation today. The International Olympic Committee, the majority of the international sports organizations have imposed various sanctions on our athletes. To put it bluntly, sports officials have simply got ri...

About 1,200 new Family Capital accounts are opened in Belarus every month, Belarusian Deputy Prime Minister Igor Petrishenko said at a joint meeting of the House of Representatives and the Council of the Republic.

"Natural heritage is of great value. Belarus is famous for its vast forests and numerous lakes. The head of state has repeatedly stressed that the natural landscape of Belarus is our wealth and pride," Ruslan Parkhamovich said.