News & Events in Belarus

Lukashenko: Belarus’ socio-economic development program must become law
Aleksandr Lukashenko explained that before the session of the Belarusian People’s Congress he had been presented with two draft versions of the program. In the second draft it was written that the program could be adjusted along the way...

Five-year plan to 2030 on agenda as Belarusian People’s Congress session continues
The main item on the agenda for the second day of the Belarusian People’s Congress session is the consideration of Belarus’ social and economic development program for 2026-2030. The document will be presented by Prime Minister Aleksandr Turcin. Speeches by other participants of the Belarusian People’s Congress are also expected.

President’s Address, five-year plan in spotlight of Belarusian People’s Congress opening in Minsk
On the first day, the President’s Address to the Belarusian People and Parliament is scheduled to be delivered...

Lukashenko signs decree to present 2025 Belarusian Sports Olympus Award
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko signed Decree No. 440 on 17 December to present the 2025 Belarusian Sports Olympus special award of the President of the Republic of Belarus...

Lukashenko: Economy is top priority in relations with Iran
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at a meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Minsk on 15 December...

Lukashenko gives interview to U.S. channel Newsmax
The head of state shared his vision for the future of relations between Belarus and the United States...

Talks between Lukashenko, U.S. Special Envoy for Belarus John Coale continue on Saturday
The day before, Aleksandr Lukashenko met with representatives of the team of U.S. President Donald Trump, led by the U.S. Special Envoy for Belarus John Coale...

Lukashenko meets with U.S. Special Envoy for Belarus John Coale
“We have many issues. The world is changing very quickly, new problems are emerging that you and I must discuss. And perhaps, resolve some matters,” the president said...

Lukashenko meets with Venezuelan ambassador once again after clearing ‘some matters’ with Maduro
"Not so long ago you and I discussed a series of problems in our relations and the situation around Venezuela. Back then we agreed that you should clear some matters with the leadership of Venezuela, with Nicolas Maduro"...

Lukashenko meets with Russia’s Investigative Committee head
"We have never had differences in our assessment of internal or external factors affecting the existence of Russia and Belarus. That is why it is very important to me that you stop by, even for a few minutes, so that we can coordinate our positions"...

Negliubka textile tradition of Vetka District from Belarus inscribed on UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List
The Negliubka textile tradition of Vetka District, Gomel Oblast is a unique phenomenon of Belarusian folk culture, preserving archaic features and complex symbolism. Formed in the 17th century, this tradition encompasses the creation of rushnyks (ceremonial towels), clothing items, and interior decorations using distinctive weaving and embroidery techniques...

Lukashenko calls to update defense measures amid militarization of western countries
The head of state noted that great attention is being paid to military security and national defense. This is particularly relevant given the global situation and the militarization of the West...

Lukashenko: Belarus to extend fast and efficient African partnership model to Kenya
Aleksandr Lukashenko noted that Kenya, like other African countries, is already well known to Belarus. He suggested taking more active steps to finalize a cooperation roadmap, the draft of which is currently under review by the Kenyan side, and to then develop a corresponding implementation plan...

Lukashenko gets familiar with implementation of Belarus-Oman cooperation roadmap
As part of the ongoing working visit to Oman Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko met with President of the Oman Investment Authority (OIA) Abdulsalam bin Mohammed Al Murshidi. The parties analyzed the entire complex of Belarusian-Omani joint projects...

Lukashenko: Belarus, Algeria should reach $500m in mutual trade in coming years
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko told the media following talks with Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune on 3 December...

Presidents of Belarus, Algeria meeting in El Mouradia Palace
El Mouradia Palace is the residence of the Algerian president where official foreign delegations are received. The palace and the surrounding El Mouradia area are named after Mourad Didouche, a national hero, who died in the Algerian war of independence against France...

Lukashenko: Belarus, Algeria should draw up effective roadmap for cooperation
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said during a meeting with Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb of Algeria...

Lukashenko meets with Algerian Parliament speaker
Aleksandr Lukashenko met with Speaker of the People’s National Assembly of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria Ibrahim Boughali on 2 December...

Lukashenko arrives in Algeria on official visit
Plans have been made to discuss prospects of deliveries of machines, vehicles, and equipment, prospects of manufacturing cooperation, interaction in agribusiness, healthcare, education, and humanitarian affairs as a whole...

Lukashenko heads to Algeria on official visit
This marks the first highest-level visit in the history of bilateral relations...