News & Events in Belarus

Lukashenko’s opinion on school uniform polices in Belarus
In this episode of BelTA’s YouTube project “After the Fact: Lukashenko’s Decisions” we will tell you what colors Belarusian schoolchildren opt for. How did the coronavirus pandemic affect clothing design? What tactics do factories use to make trousers and dresses last longer?..

Lukashenko meets with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto
The conversation lasted almost three hours. During this time, the leaders discussed the widest possible range of topics. The presidents met in an informal setting - Aleksandr Lukashenko invited his Indonesian counterpart over to his home...

Lukashenko meets with President of Peking University Gong Qihuang
A delegation of Peking University is currently visiting Belarus. The key event of the visit will be the opening of the Belarus-China Center for Fundamental Research at BSU...

Lukashenko: Cooperation with St. Petersburg is top priority for Belarus
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he met with a delegation of St. Petersburg led by Governor Alexander Beglov in Minsk on 14 July...

Lukashenko: Belarus keen to cooperate with Moldova
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he met with Moldovan politician and ex-president Igor Dodon...

Lukashenko: Belarus keen to cooperate with Moldova
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he met with Moldovan politician and ex-president Igor Dodon, who currently holds the post of Chairman of the Party of Socialists of the Republic of Moldova (PSRM)...

Lukashenko receives reports from Sinyavsky, Nazarov
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko received reports from Belarus’ Emergencies Minister Vadim Sinyavsky and Head of the Belarus President Property Management Department Yuri Nazarov by phone...

Lukashenko opens Slavianski Bazaar in Vitebsk
“Slavianski Bazaar has long transcended the boundaries of a regular festival. Today it is already an entire universe with a great interesting history, characters and atmosphere. And even with its own currency - cornflowers,” Aleksandr Lukashenko said...

Self-sufficiency at the heart of Belarus’ strategy for pharmaceutical industry
The life and health of people are at the forefront of Belarus’ national security. The pharmaceutical and microbiological industry plays a special role here. Over the years of independence, Belarus has come a long way: from a modest line-up to modern multidisciplinary production of complex medical drugs...

Lukashenko wants better outcomes in Belarus’ goat farming
Effective development of pedigree goat breeding is crucial for meeting the growing industry demand for goat products, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said while visiting a goat farm near Mogilev...

Lukashenko: Belarusians are nation with ancient history
He added that in order for these roots to grow stronger, it is important not only to protect what has been preserved, but also to revive what has been lost...

Lukashenko: Mogilev Oblast Glory Museum depicts Belarus’ struggle for independence
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at the inauguration ceremony for the Mogilev Oblast Glory Museum. The museum was built in Mogilev District next to the legendary Buinichi Field that saw the fiercest battles taking place at the initial stage of the Great Patriotic War...

Lukashenko: Independence Day signifies peace for a majority of Belarusians
Aleksandr Lukashenko stressed: “Today we, millions of Belarusians, celebrate the key state holiday of our beloved Motherland. We celebrate it on a summer morning in a sacred place among ripening fields of Minsk Oblast while gazing into our own blue sky without fear. I am convinced that the holiday signifies peace for a majority of Belarusians”...

Lukashenko: Belarusians advance towards success on the way of justice and creation
“I am convinced that the memory of the heroic past and the involvement in a common cause, love for the Motherland, and pride for its accomplishments will help us make Belarus successful and thriving,” the president stressed...

Belarusians celebrate Independence Day today
The life of every nation has fateful days and events that mark the beginning of a new stage in the history of the state and contribute to the unity of all citizens. For Belarus such a milestone is the day of liberation from the Nazi invaders. It was this historic date that, by the will of the Belarusian people, has become Independence Day, linking together the sacred words “Freedom” and “Independence”...

Lukashenko opines on prospects of Belarus’ baby food industry
In this episode we will tell you where the Volkovysk company ships its products. Why can't you use the same line to make all kinds of baby formula powder? What kind of product did the president find hard to resist?..

Lukashenko: Memory of the heroic feat of our nation is a matter of national dignity
Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko made the statement during a solemn assembly held on 1 July in anticipation of Independence Day...

Lukashenko pledges toughest response to any hostile moves against Belarus
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at a ceremony to honor the graduates of higher military schools and senior officers...

Lukashenko makes new diplomatic, government appointments
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko made a number of appointments...

Lukashenko outlines key areas of work for local authorities
The president drew attention of the heads of the local authorities to the key areas they must keep an eye on...