Events

Belarus seeks closer ties with Switzerland’s Romandy
On 19 June Evgeny Shestakov held a meeting with representatives of the business community and local authorities of the cantons of Fribourg and Vaud in Lausanne. The parties discussed ways to develop ties taking into account plans to open Belarus’ Honorary Consulate in Lausanne...

Putin sees good prospects for energy cooperation with Belarus
Vladimir Putin believes that the energy sector offers the greatest potential. He pointed out that the first power generating unit of the Belarusian nuclear power plant will be commissioned at the end of next year, while the second power generating unit will be inaugurated in 2020...

Belarus-Russia program of concerted action in foreign policy for 2018-2019 approved
Special attention is given to the provision of diplomatic support of the EAEU activities, increasing its international authority, fostering cooperation in matters of aligning the Union State development and the Chinese One Belt and Road project...

Belarus, UNICEF discuss contemporary challenges in protecting rights of children
The parties exchanged views on the current issues of protecting the rights and interests of children and discussed the complex challenges facing the international community in ensuring sustainable progress in protecting children around the world...

Belarus, Brazil intend to expand legal framework
During the meeting, the parties discussed the relevant topics of bilateral interaction, in particular, expansion of the legal framework. The Belarusian side expressed hope for further cooperation in order to establish a closer dialogue at all levels...

Lukashenko expects resolution of all problems at Belarusian-Russian border
The head of state noted that protecting interests of citizens of both countries represents a special part in efforts to build and enhance the Union State of Belarus and Russia. "The relevant level of various rights and freedoms for securing these interests has already been fully enabled"...

Belarus president signs decree on measures to implement Digital Economy Development Ordinance
In particular, the charter of the Minsk-based Hi-Tech Park will be expanded with provisions, which implementation will help provide the manpower the national economy needs in the sphere of information and communication technologies. The expansion will also contribute to the development of education and the promotion of new promising projects (startups)...

Lukashenko sends greetings to Colombia president-elect Ivan Duque
"Belarus is interested in the open political dialogue with Colombia, more active implementation of joint trade and economic projects, creation of a reliable legal framework for bilateral relations"...

Belarusian MPs eager to use World Bank analytical instruments
The relevant statement was made by Chairman of the Economic Policy Commission of the House of Representatives of the National Assembly of Belarus Vladislav Shchepov before Belarusian parliamentarians met with World Bank Country Manager for Belarus Alex Kremer...

European commissioners to visit Belarus on 21-22 June
“On 21-22 June we are hosting a so-called informal ministerial dialogue within the Eastern Partnership initiative. Attending the forum will be representatives of six countries and the European Commission,” said Vladimir Makei...

Lukashenko, Putin to hold talks in Minsk 19 June
During the one-on-one meeting the heads of state will discuss the current state of affairs and development prospects of the bilateral relations, joint projects, interaction in integration formats and in international organizations...

Belarus’ Investigative Committee, FBI to expand exchange of information
The parties agreed to continue the exchange of information of mutual interest as well as best investigative practices, and also provide assistance in the training of investigators...

European conclusions on stress tests of Belarusian nuclear power plant presented
The Belarusian nuclear power plant was submitted to the stress tests in 2016 in line with European methods in accordance with the commitments Belarus had voluntarily undertaken. The hypothetical impact of a number of natural factors on the power plant and its units was evaluated as part of the process...

Belarus, India announce contest of joint sci-tech projects for 2019-2020
The contest of joint sci-tech projects for 2019-2020 is held as part of the agreement between the governments of Belarus and India on economic and technical cooperation of 15 October 1998...

Dozens of new projects added to Belarusian government innovative development program
The new projects include the creation of modern enterprises to make electric car charging infrastructure components, the target practice complex Vertushka 2 and the unmanned aerial complex Feniks, LED-powered lighting equipment...

Romania interested in Belarus’ stronger ties with EU
Next year Romania will be presiding in the EU. “We would like to put a new brick in the foundation of relations between the European Union and Belarus,” the state secretary of the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said...

German president to attend conference in Minsk on 29-30 June
The conference will mark the official opening of the second stage of Trostenets Memorial. The meeting will focus on the role of the youth, local initiatives, churches and religious associations in the further development of a common European memory culture...

Belarus to continue fighting illegal turnover of radioactive materials
During the discussion about nuclear security in the Baltic Sea region Oleg Kravchenko underlined Belarus’ contribution to the fight against the illegal turnover of radioactive materials. The official mentioned the constant attention Belarus pays to the protection of nuclear installations in its territory...

Belarus in favor of closer cooperation with UNAIDS
Valentin Rybakov spoke about the national efforts to combat HIV/AIDS. The permanent representative noted Belarus’ increasing efforts through implementation of governmental HIV prevention programs...

Direct air service between Belarus, India suggested
According to Mikhail Myasnikovich, direct air service could contribute to more vigorous business cooperation between Belarus and India...