Events

EEC approves draft plan to stem COVID-19 spread in EAEU
"The implementation of measures included in the comprehensive plan will strengthen and coordinate the potential of public healthcare systems of the EAEU countries, which can be used not only to prevent the spread of the coronavirus infection, but also other infectious diseases within the EAEU"...

Belarus, Turkey plan to conclude trade in services agreement
The terms of reference for negotiating this agreement was signed by Belarusian Economy Minister Aleksandr Chervyakov and Turkish Ambassador to Belarus Mustafa Ozcan in Minsk on 10 June...

Chambers of commerce discuss economic recovery after COVID-19 pandemic
They also discussed the financial issues of the EUROCHAMBRES, the possibility of holding business events in autumn 2020 and approved amendments to the charter of the organization...

Lukashenko extends National Day greetings to Portugal
"I am confident that, thanks to the determination of the authorities, solidarity of all citizens and support of the international community, your state will overcome the consequences of the infection and soon will be back to normal"...

Belarus, Russia in negotiations on mutually acceptable resolution of natural gas trade issues
So far this year prices for Russian natural gas sold to Europe continue falling, including prices set by spot contracts and long-term contracts. This is why the Belarusian side once again mentioned it is necessary to revise the price for the Russian natural gas Belarus pays in order to determine its correct and fair level...

Belarus reaffirms commitment to joining WTO fast on mutually acceptable terms
Belarus continues vigorous bilateral negotiations with interested WTO members and is ready for the next session of the working group on Belarus’ accession to the WTO at any time that suits WTO members...

Belarus, Ukraine discuss preparations for third Forum of Regions
"The parties noted that Belarusian and Ukrainian regions are looking forward to the signing of interregional agreements during the forum"...

Belarusian, Russian energy ministers discuss cooperation in natural gas trade
During the session of the High Level Group of the Council of Ministers of the Union State of Belarus and Russia on 5 June the Russian Energy Ministry was given instructions to address Belarusian concerns regarding shipments of natural gas...

Scientific council for virology set up at IAAS
"In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is extremely important to bring together scientists and specialists from all countries to overcome its severe impact, to prevent new cases and human losses"...

Belarus puts forward five nominees for Stars of Commonwealth award
"The jury, which will include representatives of all CIS countries, will select the laureates from the shortlist, one from each country"...

EAEU coordinates draft action plan to prevent coronavirus
According to the project, activities will be carried out to improve the epidemiological situation in the EAEU countries, as well as to prevent and respond to other infectious diseases...

Two Beijing companies named general contractors to build football stadium, swimming pool in Belarus
Both companies have extensive experience of building facilities of national importance in China and abroad. Their portfolio includes the national stadium Bird's Nest in Beijing...

Belarus, Moldova consider convening intergovernmental commission on trade, economy
"The parties noted the friendly and mutually beneficial nature of Belarusian-Moldovan relations in trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian and other areas"...

Lukashenko welcomes Belarus, Sweden joint efforts to expand cooperation
"I am convinced that the political dialogue at the highest level that we resumed last year will promote peace and stability in our common Europe"...

Belarus ready to share electric transport R&D results with Hungary
During the meeting of the Hungarian prime minister and the Belarusian head of state earlier on 5 June it was mentioned that the countries should strive to raise bilateral trade up to €500 million within the next 2-3 years...

Belarus, Hungary sign memorandum of cooperation in power industry
According to the press service of the Energy Ministry, the document reinforces the mutual interest of Belarus and Hungary in cooperation in the nuclear energy sector and aims to develop contacts between organizations, whose activities are related to the construction of nuclear energy facilities and infrastructure...

Belarus, Russia reaffirm plans to cancel roaming charges by October
"We discussed the pace and involvement of all players in the process. To sum it up, the ministries of communications of the two countries pledged to get the issue resolved by October"...

Lukashenko gifts Team Belarus’ custom soccer jersey to Orban
The president gifted a jersey with number 2 to Viktor Orban who sometimes plays soccer under number 2...

Hungary rejects discrimination in nuclear energy, ready to cooperate with Belarus
"We are watching over the project to build the nuclear power plant in Ostrovets because the project to build our own nuclear power plant is similar. I think that we can share experience and knowledge with each other"...

Belarus, UN working on framework cooperation program for 2021-2025
They discussed in detail the priority avenues of cooperation of Belarusian government agencies with UN development system agencies...