Events

Belarus’ ambassador, Russian governor meet on sidelines of SPIEF
"The dialogue traditionally began with a discussion of the bilateral agenda. A decision was made to exchange business missions in the very near future. We also agreed to organize a visit by an official delegation of the Republic of Belarus to Tver at the end of July and to develop an action plan for 2027–2028"...

Belarus, Russia to hold new round of consultations on Union State security guarantees treaty in September
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin said uring a panel discussion “The Union State: Time to Be First at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum...

Lavrov to pay working visit to Belarus on 14-15 June
A traditional coordination of positions is expected on matters of foreign-policy cooperation within Eurasian integration structures, various international organizations, as well as in building relations with third countries...

Belarusian radioactive waste disposal facility expected to be ready to receive waste by 2031
Three potential sites are currently being considered for seating the radioactive waste disposal facility...

Belarus, Azerbaijan discuss economic ties, map out future goals
During the visit, the parties discussed the possibilities of using the extensive dealer network of Belarusian enterprises to promote Azerbaijani products on the Belarusian market, as well as the activities of the Azerbaijan Trade House in Belarus...

Ryzhenkov praises momentum in Belarus-DPRK relations
Belarusian Minister of Foreign Affairs Maxim Ryzhenkov met with Minister of External Economic Relations of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea Yun Jong Ho in Minsk on 2 June...

Belarus hopes for early finalization of 2026-2030 CPF with FAO
The parties discussed the current state and prospects of cooperation between Belarus and the FAO, as well as the organization’s place and role in ensuring food security...

Lukashenko sends Republic Day greetings to Italian people
“I am confident that, despite the challenges of our time and the shifting international landscape, the Belarusian-Italian partnership will gradually grow stronger and be filled with new substance,” Aleksandr Lukashenko emphasized...

Belarus, Georgia discuss political, economic cooperation
The sides gave a positive assessment of the development of bilateral relations and political dialogue, as well as the progress achieved in economic cooperation, noting significant untapped potential. They also confirmed their mutual interest in further strengthening contacts between the foreign ministries of Belarus and Georgia...

Foreign ministries of Belarus, Russia discuss security in Europe
They also discussed the current state of affairs and coordination of actions regarding the EU, NATO, and the Council of Europe...

Belarus identifies three possible sites for radioactive waste storage facility
A report on the environmental impact assessment of the future radioactive waste disposal facility is currently being prepared. Following its completion, a public hearing procedure will take place...

Lukashenko, Putin discuss Russia’s SPOT system introduction in Astana
"There are always current issues. Russia has introduced the so-called SPOT. I am concerned that things might get worse. Nevertheless, President [Vladimir] Putin and I agreed in Astana that we will do everything to avoid any delays or unnecessary bureaucracy, and most importantly, to eliminate queues at the border"...

Lukashenko: Belarus, Russia’s Primorye must cross $100m trade mark this year
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he met with Oleg Kozhemyako, Governor of Russia’s Primorye Territory...

Lukashenko counts on Russia’s Primorye to facilitate Belarus-North Korea trade
Continuing the conversation, Aleksandr Lukashenko remarked: “In some areas, we will be able to lend our support. But mainly, you will provide support to us. And this will be beneficial for Primorye as well. It will be another lever, another direction for Primorye’s development”...

State Border Committee: Over 8,300 Ukrainian citizens arrived in Belarus in May
Over the past month, 8,382 Ukrainian citizens arrived in the Republic of Belarus from Ukrainian territory: 10 via the Ukrainian-Belarusian border, 7,449 in transit through Poland, 864 through Lithuania, and 59 through Latvia...

Belarus, Russia’s Primorye Territory discuss cooperation plans
“More than 15 branded stores have been opened in Primorye Territory selling Belarusian products. During the meeting, we received very high praise from the governor for Belarusian products, which enjoy a very high level of trust among the population of Primorye Territory,” Sergei Aleinik said...

Belarus hosts over 81,000 visa-waiver travelers from Europe since 1 Jan 2026
The visa-waiver program for citizens of 38 European countries has been extended until 31 December 2026. Detailed information about the visa waiver is available in the special section on the website of the State Border Committee and the Border of Belarus app...

Belarus, DPRK to expand cooperation in food security and healthcare
Belarusian Deputy Prime Minister Yuri Shuleiko has met with Yun Jong Ho, Minister of External Economic Relations of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea...

Lukashenko: Belarusians and Croatians maintain benevolent relations
"I am confident that moving forward along the path of constructive development of bilateral ties meets the fundamental interests of the peoples of Belarus and Croatia"...

Lukashenko dubs Macron EU’s ‘aksakal’, invites him to Minsk, calls on him to drive peace talks
According to Aleksandr Lukashenko, the discussion with the French president touched on Ukrainian issues, among other topics...