News & Events in Belarus

Lukashenko: State apparatus needs continuous personnel renewal
“My requirements to the optimization of the state apparatus are the same. Continuous personnel renewal is needed. Only devoted and diligent people willing to work and be useful for the state should stay. There is no alternative,” the head of state stressed. “Red tape reduction, the ideological and personnel policy, economic analysis, legal regulation in the work of the president are the key issues,” the head of state emphasized...

Belarus beat Romania in 2017 Davis Cup first round
Yegor Gerasimov (World No.341) brought his team the winning point, seeing off Adrian Ungur (313) 7-6 (7-5), 6-4, 6-4 on 5 February. Earlier on Sunday Ilya Ivashko (175) lost 5-7, 4-6, 1-6 to Marius Copil (No.129)...

Belarus president spends 7 hours, 20 minutes talking to mass media, general public representatives
The lively discussion touched upon dozens of topics, including Belarus’ foreign policy, results of the country’s social and economic development in 2016, the capital punishment problem, security matters, Belarus’ tourism potential, the construction of the Belarusian nuclear power plant, and other things...

Big Conversation with the President: Lukashenko’s meetings with members of public, journalists
The event is held in an extended format under the common title Big Conversation with the President. Partaking in the meeting are about 40 journalists representing the biggest state-owned and corporate Belarusian media, popular websites, and authoritative foreign mass media. Numerous experts, including famous political analysts, economists, representatives of political parties, religious denominations, public associations are also invited...

Lukashenko to meet with members of public, journalists 3 February
Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko will have a meeting with the members of the public, representatives of the Belarusian and foreign mass media on 3 February. The event will be held in an extended format under the common title Big Conversation with the President. The meeting will be attended by about 40 journalists representing the biggest state-owned and corporate Belarusian media, popular websites, and authoritative foreign mass media...

Two more medals for Belarus at 2017 Winter Universiade in Almaty
Marina Zuyeva improved the result of Japan’s Nana Takahashi (4:27.58) by almost nine seconds in the final heat. The Belarusian clocked 4:18.26 to claim gold. Maria Shkanova finished second in the Alpine Skiing Combined event in 2:10.02...

Belarus’ innovative development program for 2016-2020 approved
The program includes 75 projects to develop new industries crucial for innovative development of Belarus in the fields of mechanical engineering, electronics, construction, petrochemicals, medicine and pharmacy, energy, transport and agriculture...

Lukashenko: Belarus pays much attention to science development
“We highly appreciate the contribution of scientists to the strengthening of the Belarusian manufacturing industry, improvement of the social sector, enrichment of the intellectual and cultural potential of the nation,” the head of state remarked. “Our country has created conditions for the implementation of creative initiatives, pays special attention to the development of scientific schools, engagement of young people"...

Lukashenko: Year of Science should be a truly momentous year
“It is true that in the impetuous torrent of search and discoveries only those who will be bold enough to go beyond standard thinking and look for new ways and directions will win. Only by setting ambitious and sometimes impossible goals you can achieve something truly important”...

Belarus president in favor of processing all timber domestically
“We are talking about using timber resources of our country. A short while ago we talked very seriously about land, land allocation for construction projects, and the value of land resources. Today we are talking about timber resources. Timber is the second most valuable resource me and you have not created but inherited from god”...

Belarus chooses entry for 2017 Eurovision Song Contest
Although the indie pop duo were not the top choice of the televoters, they posted the highest total score thanks to the 12 points from the professional jury. Artyom Lukyanenko and Ksenia Zhuk performed Story of My Life in Belarusian. Artyom is the author of the song...

Lukashenko approves resolution on Belarus' border protection in 2017
New control and surveillance complexes are installed at the border; Belarus cooperates with the European Union in this area. “Of course, this cooperation can be more comprehensive. We are responsible for the protection of the European Union from illegal migration,” Alexander Lukashenko said...

Belarus and China: Top 50 pictures over 25 years
Today Belarus and China celebrate the 25th anniversary since the two countries established diplomatic relations. A special project by the news agency BelTA presents the best photos to highlight the history of Belarus-China friendship and strategic partnership over the course of 25 years...

Lukashenko, Xi Jinping exchange greetings on 25th anniversary of Belarus-China diplomatic relations
“Over the past 25 years Belarus and China have made great headway in the development of bilateral cooperation based on the principles of equality and respect to each other. We are proud that Belarus and China enjoy truly allied ties. The two countries have reached an unprecedentedly high level of trust-based comprehensive and strategic partnership and mutual cooperation,” noted the Belarusian leader...

Lukashenko urges to streamline land allocation regulations
Alexander Lukashenko stressed that land is the wealth of the country and no one is allowed to ruin it. “This wealth belongs neither to us nor to even our children. It belongs to future generations,” the Belarusian leader said...

Belarus, Sudan sign agreement on friendly relations, cooperation
The heads of state also signed a joint statement. The two leaders reaffirmed the common commitment to the development and enhancement of the friendly ties between the two countries in various fields. The two leaders pointed out the constructive nature of the bilateral relations development and confirmed the need to advance them. The signed agreement on friendly relations and cooperation will be the foundation for these efforts...

Belarus president arrives in Sudan on official visit
Sudan President Omar Hassan Ahmad al-Bashir welcomed Alexander Lukashenko at the air stairs of the aircraft. An official welcome ceremony involving a guard of honor and the national anthems of the two countries followed. After that Alexander Lukashenko had a brief talk with Omar Hassan Ahmad al-Bashir...

Lukashenko: New avenues for cooperation between Belarus and Egypt
"We sell Belarusian equipment and are ready to come here with our technologies and specialists, set up companies, demonstrate our working abilities and teach Egyptians how to make these products,” Alexander Lukashenko said...

Belarus, Egypt to advance each other’s foreign trade interests in economic unions
Taking into account the overall drive towards stronger Belarusian-Egyptian relations, the sides have decided to take mutually beneficial cooperation to the next level. In particular, the countries have agreed to work together on signing the agreement on free trade between the Eurasian Economic Union and its member states as one party and Egypt as the other party...

Lukashenko, Gref discuss Belarus’ cooperation with Sberbank Group
“But I would like to say the main thing: if, when working in Belarus, German Oskarovich [Gref] treats our partners, clients cooperating with the bank in the same way he treats Russians in Russia, we will never have problems,” Alexander Lukashenko stressed. He is well aware of German Gref’s position in the Russian business area and heard many good things about it...