News & Events in Belarus

Lukashenko: Belarus’ budget looks better than expected

MINSK, 19 August (BelTA) -  Currently the budget looks better than expected, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he met with Taxes and Duties Minister Sergei Nalyvaiko and Chairman of the State Control Committee Vasily Gerasimov, BelTA has learned.

"I have invited you to discuss the issues within your purview. Many will say that we do not have enough money in the budget and hence we raise the tax issues. These are routine statements of the opposition. This is absolutely not true. It is surprising, but the budget looks better than we thought, and better than it could be," the Belarusian leader said.

"But that doesn't mean we should ignore the fundamental issues. Tax payment is a must," the head of state added.

print version

make home page

add to bookmarks