Events

Lukashenko expresses condolences to Sweden over terrorist attack victims
“It is with deep pain and sorrow that the Republic of Belarus has learned the news about a terrorist who drove a hijacked lorry into the crowded center of Stockholm,” the message of condolences reads...

Lukashenko comments on insinuations of Russian officials regarding his talks with Putin
“Commenting on various insinuations, especially those of Russian officials, I would like to say that, perhaps, they were not pleased with the results of our negotiations with Putin, because all of them had their own interests. And the outcome was a bit different from what they had expected. I will not say that we arrived at the planned results and reached the initial goals. There was a certain compromise, and a very beneficial for us,” Alexander Lukashenko said...

Belarus president wants breakthrough projects from scientists
“We will surely do it. If you come up with a super project and an export-oriented one at that, a project that can return the investment, trust me we will find money for it. Not $10-15 million but $100 million if necessary. But you will have to prove that the project is vital for us or will pay its way,” said Alexander Lukashenko...

Belarusian scientists expected to contribute more to national projects
“We sometimes fail to tap the potential of Belarusian scientists. And it is our fault. They are experienced, trained, smart, well-read, and educated people. They are geniuses for resolving concrete problems. Why can’t the government invite them for consultations?"

Procedure for getting Belarusian visa at airport relaxed
The resolution simplifies the procedure for issuing entrance visas to nationals of countries favorable in terms of migration at Minsk National Airport (the powers of the Chief Consular Directorate of the Belarusian Ministry of Foreign Affairs have been expanded)...

Belarus, Cyprus exchange greetings on 25th anniversary of diplomatic relations
The Belarusian diplomat noted that the countries have great cooperation potential and expressed Belarus’ readiness for joint work to strengthen the ties in all areas of mutual interest...

Belarus, China sign plan for cooperation in social, labor affairs
A Chinese delegation headed by Deputy Minister of Human Resources and Social Security of the People’s Republic China Qiu Xiaoping met with Belarus’ Labor and Social Protection Minister Irina Kostevich...

Lukashenko: Scientists who show results should be paid more
The head of state commented on the salaries of scientists and research staff. Alexander Lukashenko believes that “nobody should be given money for no reason”. Money should be earned. The Belarusian leader noted that the state is ready to provide science with more funding since the economic and social development of Belarus relies on innovations...

Belarus president talks about armed conflicts in CIS space
Alexander Lukashenko said he believes that people’s interests should be the top priority for resolving these conflicts. “Do you think people in Nagorno-Karabakh live well if they are constantly subjected to certain military problems? They just keep on living and hoping that something will not happen to them tomorrow, that a bomb will not drop on their heads. Is it normal? Absolutely not! Does anyone benefit from it? No one!” stressed the president...

Belarus president wants citizens to cooperate with security agencies to tackle terrorism threats
Citizens working together with law enforcement agencies will produce a considerable result in counteracting this evil, believes the president. “People should be very attentive. If they see that there is something wrong, they should work together with security agencies after all, they should tip off security agencies,” he stressed...

Lukashenko: The Belarusian-Russian regional military force has no intention of attacking anyone
"We are not going to attack anyone, we don’t need that. And we are not capable of waging a war on the entire world. Putin and I understand it perfectly. But we will stand our ground. This is why they have to understand us”...

Lukashenko: After the tragedy in St. Petersburg all problems have receded into the background
“We are going for the meeting, and the terrorist attack takes place exactly at the same time. And all the problems that emerged, perhaps, several months before our meeting (we were determined to discuss those issues and cut the Gordian knot) have receded into the background. We have realized the true values in this life. All oil, gas and other disputes do not matter when a terrorist attacks happens just in front of you and when people whom we must protect are dying”...

Lukashenko approves convention on interregional cooperation of CIS countries
The President signed a corresponding decree on 6 April. he document aims to enhance the importance of interregional cooperation in integration processes, bolster the ties between economic operators. The convention will help promote the free movement of people, capitals, goods and services...

Finnish minister for foreign trade and development to visit Belarus
The Finnish minister is expected to hold meetings in the Belarusian government, the Energy Ministry and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Finnish delegation will comprise representatives of Finland’s companies that are showing interest in the implementation of investment and technological energy projects in Belarus...

Belarus, Hungary discuss integration-related matters in Minsk
The parties are exchanging opinions on a wide range of issues, including different aspects of the cooperation between Belarus and the European Union, and the long-term integration processes in Europe and the Eurasian Economic Union. The current international political developments are also high on the agenda...

Foreign ministries of Belarus, Latvia to hold consultations on 10 April
The Latvian delegation to the consultations will be led by Andrejs Pildegovics, State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The parties will discuss a wide range of issues of the Belarusian-Latvian cooperation in politics, trade, economy and humanitarian affairs...

Budapest mayor to visit Minsk on 9-12 April
The official noted that the visit will be a reciprocal one. It will be focused on expanding cooperation between Minsk and Budapest. The Budapest mayor is expected to meet with Belarusian Minister of Foreign Affairs Vladimir Makei on 10 April...

Turkish first deputy foreign minister to pay visit to Belarus 12-13 April
The diplomat will have meetings at the Belarus President Administration, the Council of the Republic, the Economy Ministry, and the Belarusian Ministry of Foreign Affairs...

UNAIDS Executive Director to visit Belarus 11-13 April
Michel Sidibe, Executive Director of the Joint UN Program on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS), will pay a visit to Belarus on 11-13 April. Michel Sidibe will have high-level meetings and visit specialized healthcare establishments...

Belarus, Russia to advance cooperation in migration affairs
Alexander Gorovoi noted: “All the agencies of the Union State of Belarus and Russia have to coordinate their operation as part of the daily routine. Coordinating amendments to the migration legislation of the Russian Federation and the Republic of Belarus has been put on today’s agenda, including the changes brought about by the adoption of visa-free travel regulations in Belarus”...