Deputy Permanent Representative of the Republic of Belarus to UNESCO Kirill Grushevsky delivered a speech at the plenary meeting of the 215th session of the UNESCO Executive Board.

The meeting was also attended by ministers of foreign affairs and other officials of the two countries.

The parties discussed the issues of expanding Belarusian-Vietnamese cooperation in agriculture and cattle breeding, and outlined bilateral activities for the near future.

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus Yuri Ambrazevich met with Chargé d'Affaires of the State of Israel in Belarus Tzevy Mirkin on 12 October, BelTA learned from the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Belaru...

“Each of the countries represented here has its own specifics, but we all have something in common - the need to get out of the crisis as soon as possible and get normal development back on track. Both Europe and Asia are thinking about it,” said...

“We can say that today there are many regional organizations, which are in the Eurasian space and in one way or another cover the issues of military and political, trade and economic, humanitarian cooperation and so on,” said Vladimir Makei.

The Belarusian minister of foreign affairs stressed that the situation when the West arrogates to itself the right to speak on behalf of the entire world community and puts an equal sign between its interests and the rest of the planet, has no prospe...

Two main items are on the agenda of the summit: an updated catalog of confidence-building measures in Asia and the transformation of the conference into a genuine international organization.

With warm and sunny days still here, Belarusians continue to enjoy gorgeous autumn colors in the parks and streets across the country.

The project was launched as a result of Prime Minister Roman Golovchenko's visit to the commodity exchange. The main goals of the project are to improve effectiveness and diversify the export of Belarusian sugar, which is primarily sold to Russia at ...

Piotr Parkhomchik said: “Despite the large distance between our countries we maintain most friendly relations. Over the course of your presidency cooperation between our countries was invigorated significantly. In my opinion, it has reached brand n...

After a two-day official visit to Tajikistan Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko arrived in Kazakhstan's capital city of Astana.

The 2nd international scientific congress “Values, Traditions and Innovations of Modern Sport” will mark the 85th anniversary of the Belarusian State University of Physical Education in Minsk on 13-15 October.

“For MMZ, participation in an international exhibition of this level is an expansion of business and commercial prospects, an opportunity to promote products and increase brand awareness,” the company said.

According to Yuri Chebotar, this architectural monument is a pearl of historical and cultural heritage of Belarus and a calling card of the region.

"On 19 October we will hold a joint meeting of the two houses of parliament. The government will answer questions from members of the House of Representatives and members of the Council of the Republic," Vladimir Andreichenko said.

The implementation of the document's provisions will facilitate international trade, create favorable conditions for participants of foreign economic activities, and increase competitiveness of economic entities.

Attending the event will be MPs of the Parliamentary Assembly, representatives of ministries and departments of Belarus and Russia, scientific and educational institutions, and also mass media representatives.

Dinamo Minsk will next play against HC Spartak Moscow on 13 October. The Bisons will wrap up their road series against HC Lokomotiv Yaroslavl on 15 October.

We are grateful to Belarusians for preserving our history, Minister Counselor of the Polish Embassy in Belarus Cezary Karpiński told journalists during a ceremony to mark the 79th anniversary of the battle near the village of Lenino in Gorki Distric...

People who gathered at the Consulate General of Poland in Grodno, both young and elderly, carried the posters “Poles and Belarusians should not fight", "We are for peace", "Stop being a U.S. puppet", "Warsaw's policy is a threat to peace in the r...

Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko held a conference on 10 October to discuss security matters. It was a continuation of the conversation with representatives of defense, security, and law enforcement agencies held at premises of the Defense Mini...

“As the energy crisis is growing in scope, the access to a reliable, environmentally friendly and cost-effective source of electricity has become a priority for many states,” Viktor Karankevich noted.

The parties believe that close ties and cooperation in youth policy will contribute to deepening mutual understanding between the younger generations of both countries.

The bill has been submitted to the House of Representatives by the Council of Ministers in coordination with the head of state. It has been drafted in order to bring the legislation in line with the president's decree No. 107 "On Biometric Documents...

The Belarusian president will take part in the sixth summit of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) and a session of the CIS Heads of State Council in Astana on 13-14 October.

Aleksandr Lukashenko spent the first half of the day meeting with Chairman of Majlisi Namoyandagon (the House of Representatives) of the Majlisi Oli (the Supreme Assembly) of Tajikistan Mahmadtoir Zokirzoda and Prime Minister of Tajikistan Kokhir Ras...

The bill is designed to create conditions for the implementation of the agreement signed in Moscow on 16 November 2021.

Belarus' world number 70 Ilya Ivashka went off to a good start at the 2022 Gijon Open, seeing off world number 415 Feliciano Lopez of Spain, 6-3, 6-7 (5-7), 6-4 in two hours and 20 minutes.

The amnesty bill has already been submitted to the parliament, Chairman of the House of Representatives, the lower chamber of the Belarusian parliament, Vladimir Andreichenko said at the meeting of the ninth session of the House of Representatives of...

The head of state noted that diplomatic relations between the countries were established 30 years ago, but for Belarusians Spain has long been known as a country with a rich history and unique culture, cordial and hospitable people.

The National Center for Marketing and Price Study of Belarus and the Export Agency under the Government of Tajikistan have signed a cooperation agreement, BelTA learned from the center.

The parties emphasized that Minsk and Dushanbe have ample opportunities and resources for multifaceted cooperation. The development of economic, trade, social and cultural interaction is of primary importance.

In the light of the sanctions it is important we take clear and coordinated actions to ensure the sustainable development of the national economies of the CIS countries, Viktor Karankevich noted

"Unfortunately, there is a pause at this stage, but we are interested in having and developing trade and economic cooperation with this country,” said Vladimir Makei.

“It was important to identify the points of growth and the most promising avenues of cooperation that would help us make significant progress in our relations. We have managed to do it. We have determined very specifically how we should move forwar...

The first round of political consultations of the foreign ministries of Belarus and Zimbabwe took place on 11 October, BelTA learned from the press service of the Belarusian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The contract to supply 14 MAZ vehicles worth $492,000 was signed by MAZ Director General Valery Ivankovich and Chairman of the Board of Directors, Director General of Obi Zulol Rustam Boltayev on the sidelines of the Tajikistan-Belarus business forum...

Belarus is determined to reinvigorate trade with Tajikistan, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he met with Tajikistan Prime Minister Kokhir Rasulzoda in Dushanbe, BelTA has learned.

“Our peoples have a lot in common. I would even say they are identical: they are kind, hardworking, talented. It is one of the reasons for our rather successful relations,” Aleksandr Lukashenko said.

The documents were signed by MTZ Director General Vitaly Vovk and the heads of the Madadi Tursunzoda and Agrotechservice organizations on the sidelines of the Tajikistan-Belarus business forum.

The Belarusian Internal Affairs Ministry has decided to launch a special exercise to practice the range of actions meant to seek and destroy possible sabotage and reconnaissance forces and illegally armed units in addition to ensuring the security of...

A Belarusian army delegation led by Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces, First Deputy Defense Minister Viktor Gulevich will take part in the session.

Vitaly Kretsky said: “The country's development through energy saving, higher energy effectiveness, through the use of local fuel and energy resources is an objective necessity today and a priority direction for enhancing economic security. Not onl...

The Belarusian ambassador visited the stands of Belarusian manufacturers of high-tech products in the field of security LINEV GROUP and REGULA and discussed the work plans of the Belarusian companies in the UAE market and other countries of the regi...

Russian companies almost doubled the volume of transactions at the Belarusian Universal Commodity Exchange (BUCE), BelTA learned from the BUCE press service.

"It was with deep sorrow that Belarus learned the news about the human casualties as a result of the terrible natural disaster in Las Tejerias city in Aragua State," the condolences read.

The economic potential of Belarus and Tajikistan is much higher than the bilateral trade, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko told journalists following official talks with Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon in Dushanbe, BelTA has learned.

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “The time is complicated. But crises exist so that we could exploit them to become stronger. We are ready for it. I am convinced that Tajikistan is, too.”

"The agricultural sector and interregional cooperation have been outlined as priority areas of economic cooperation. We are interested in developing cooperation with Belarus in light, food, pharmaceutical, chemical and mining industries," Emomali Rah...

Belarusian athletes took part in the International Rhythmic Gymnastics Tournament Golden Cup 2022 in Platja d'Aro, Spain, BelTA learned from the press service of the Belarusian Sport and Tourism Ministry.

We discussed in detail the difficult situation in the world and in the region, exchanged views on ways of combating modern challenges and threats, Aleksandr Lukashenko said.

A package of documents was signed following official talks between Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko and Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon in Dushanbe.

Emomali Rahmon said: “We treasure the relations of friendship and strategic partnership with the Republic of Belarus. They have a high level of trust and mutual support.”

Belarus and Tajikistan have managed to advance bilateral relations to the level of strategic cooperation, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at the talks with Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon in Dushanbe, BelTA has learned.

The president noted that the ongoing developments in international politics mark the emergence and construction of a new, multipolar system of the political structure of the world.

The head of government highlighted the high level of friendly relations between Belarus and Vietnam and noted the significant potential for their long-term development.

Belarus and Tajikistan can increase their trade by entering the markets of third countries, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he met with Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon in Dushanbe on 11 October.

Tajikistan has always treated the Belarusian people with great affection and kindness, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at the talks with Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon in Dushanbe, BelTA has learned.

When asked whether the realization of investment projects has been adjusted, the energy minister said that the realization of all the planned projects continues. Commissioning the second unit of the Belarusian nuclear power plant is the key task for ...

The Augustow Canal is an outstanding hydraulic structure of the 19th century, one of the largest canals in Europe, a speciman of hydraulic architecture, located in a specially protected UNESCO zone.

The official welcome ceremony for Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko was held at the Palace of the Nation in Dushanbe. Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon greeted Aleksandr Lukashenko on the square in front of the main entrance to the palace.

The 26th edition of the international expo Power Engineering. Ecology. Energy Saving. Electro (EnergyExpo) is running in Minsk.

The in-person meeting was attended by representatives of the financial intelligence of Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. The meeting was chaired by Head of the Russian Federal Financial Monitoring Service Y...

Despite the difficult conditions, Belarus' energy system is operating steadily, Energy Minister Viktor Karankevich said at the opening of the Belarusian Energy and Ecology Forum, BelTA has learned.

The heads of government are set to discuss the sources and mechanisms for financing industrial cooperation projects within the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU0, issues to improve the mechanisms of applying special protective, anti-dumping and counterva...

Viktor Karankevich talked about progress in the realization of Union State programs in the power engineering industry. There are a total of three programs – on cooperation in nuclear energy industry, on forming the common markets of natural gas and...

Additional work and diagnostics of power-generating equipment of the first unit will be done taking into account the experience of operation of similar equipment at other nuclear power plants. This is why the timeframe for connecting the unit to the ...

More commercial objects spring up in the stylobates of the houses of the Minsk World multifunctional complex. Here, on the first floors of prestigious new houses, businessmen rent or acquire premises.

Balanced work of the real sector is the key result of the measures the government is taking to support the economy, Dmitry Yaroshevich remarked. Positive dynamics of financial performance of Belarusian enterprises testifies to that. Their earnings gr...

Aleksandr Lukashenko will have private negotiations with Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon and negotiations involving members of the delegations on 11 October.

The test is comprehensive and covers the most important matters concerning the readiness of army units for carrying out their missions. In the course of the test army units will practice switching to combat-ready state, marching, and deploying in des...

"We cooperate in all areas. A wide range of issues will be discussed in terms of economic cooperation within the framework of the visit [of the Belarusian president to Tajikistan]," Ambassador Mahmadsharif Haqdod said.

The expo has been organized as part of the Belarusian Energy and Ecology Forum. As many as 115 R&D products of organizations of the Education Ministry, the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus, the National Center of Intellectual Property, and oth...

The Belarusian and Bolivian diplomats agreed to continue contacts in Moscow to promote multifaceted cooperation between the countries.

“We have always defended the borders of Belarus. And we will take all the necessary measures to prevent Belarus from being drawn into the military conflict, we will not let the situation be destabilized,” Igor Martynov said.

According to our estimates, a turning point will come in the period from November of this year to February of next year, Ivan Tertel said.

"The situation is under control. The president keeps tabs on the situation, holds meetings, gives instructions. Therefore, there is no need to panic," he stressed.

Ukraine is trying to strike at Belarus using the self-exiled opposition, State Secretary of the Security Council of Belarus Aleksandr Volfovich said at a briefing on ongoing military and political developments in Belarus and abroad, BelTA has learned...

Belarus is studying the possibility of investing in cotton production in Tajikistan, Tatiana Lugina, head of the Belarusian light industry concern Bellegprom, told the media on the sidelines of the Tajik-Belarusian business forum in Dushanbe on 11 Oc...

The Kremlin, Red Square, Novodevichy Convent and the Church of the Ascension in Kolomenskoye are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

"We are preparing to open a joint venture with Minsk Dairy Plant in Tajikistan. I hope we will launch this project by the end of the year,” said the ambassador.

The parties exchanged opinions on topical issues of Belarus-China cooperation. Special emphasis was placed on preparations for Belarus' participation in the 5th China International Import Expo in Shanghai.

Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko is paying an official visit to Tajikistan on 11-12 October. Dushanbe is hosting the Tajikistan-Belarus business forum on these days.

In Dushanbe Aleksandr Lukashenko will have private negotiations with Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon and negotiations involving members of the delegations.

The recent days have been warm in sunny in Belarus, and squares and parks have become favorite places for citizens to relax.

State security bodies will report exclusively to the head of state now. The system of state security bodies has been improved. Decree No.355 provides for reorganizing the state education institution Institute of National Security of the Republic of B...

The ministry explained that the Council of Ministers' resolution No.247 “On the movement of transport vehicles” of 22 April 2022 remains in effect. Truckers still have to leave their trailers and attach new ones in specific locations.

An official visit to Tajikistan will take place on 11-12 October. In Dushanbe Aleksandr Lukashenko will have private negotiations with Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon and negotiations involving members of the delegations.

In January-August 2022 Belarus' merchandise export reached $3.4 billion, 0.7% up from January-August 2021, which was one of the most successful periods in Belarus' foreign trade.

Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus has retained her 5th spot in the updated WTA rankings.

We have never encroached on the territory of other states, but we will not give up our own either, Chairman of the Standing Committee on International Affairs of the House of Representatives Andrei Savinykh told BelTA.

At present 37 large meat and dairy companies (88% of the total) and 30 poultry farms (79% of the total) are open for food supplies to Russia.

“It should be borne in mind that, by all accounts, we are in the middle of a full-scale, real third world war which began long ago. The initial period of this war, a hybrid one, is currently underway," Konstantin Sivkov said.

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Belarus to Vietnam Vladimir Borovikov and the staff of the Belarusian embassy attended a ceremony to mark National Digital Transformation Day in Vietnam, held under the auspices of the Ministry of Infor...

The Defense Ministry quoted Viktor Khrenin as saying: “Don't provoke us, we don't intend to fight you. We don't want to wage a war with either Lithuanians or Poles or even more so with Ukrainians. If you don't want to either and if you don't take w...

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Stanislav Zas talked at length about the situation in the CSTO's responsibility area. Close attention was paid to the situation in the Central Asia region.

Belarusian Paralympians won 62 medals in Sochi: 25 gold, 19 silver and 18 bronze medals.

The trade between Gomel Oblast and the Republic of Bashkortostan is on the rise: in January-August 2022 it exceeded RUB1.8 billion, Gomel Oblast Governor Ivan Krupko said.