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Lukashenko: Efficient retail system must be established in Belarus by 1 January

MINSK, 26 August (BelTA) – By 1 January, an efficient retail service system must be established throughout country, particularly in rural areas, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said during a meeting to discuss the efficiency of the national retail system on 26 August, BelTA has learned.

“Trade must be organized in a systematic way. Belarus adopts a systemic approach,” the head of state stressed.

According to the president, Belarus consists of regions (oblasts and the city of Minsk), districts, over 1,400 agro‑towns, and large villages, which are mostly located along major roads. There are still smaller hamlets deemed “unpromising”, which are home to 7-10 residents, mainly elderly people who once built the country, the Belarusian leader noted.

“Based on this, you must develop a system to serve people. The deadline is 1 January,” he instructed. “God forbid that any aides or authorized officials should see a single village where elderly people have not received what they have worked for all their lives.”

Aleksandr Lukashenko noted that there are some good examples of how this work is organized in the country. “Adopt this approach across the entire country. It does not require a large investment. Use any available resources,” the president ordered. “Let’s review how people live in the country and how they should live. Let’s start with Grodno Oblast. We have a general there who is able to put things in order [referring to Grodno Oblast Governor Yuri Karayev].”

He pointed out that, in general, not much is needed. What matters is ensuring variety in the range of goods. “Prices are also crucial [they need to be fair and affordable],” the head of state said.

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