Press releases

Survey finds health ranks as Belarusians’ most important value
For 80.8% Belarusians, health is the most important thing in life, Sergei Musiyenko, head of the EcooM analytical center, said as he presented the results of the comprehensive nationwide sociological survey into Belarus’ social and economic development...

Survey shows Belarusians highly satisfied with their local communities
As many as 71.2% of respondents rate the overall level of social and economic development of their local communities as high...

Belarusians describe their financial situation as quite acceptable, survey finds
The Institute of Sociology of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus conducted the survey in July-August 2026 upon request of the Belarusian Institute for Strategic Research (BISR). It involved 2,045 respondents from all regions of the country...

Thai King and Queen attend Belarusian theater’s performance of Romeo and Juliet in Bangkok
"The packed auditorium also included members of the royal family, heads of government and self-governance bodies, representatives of the business community, the media, and the foreign diplomatic corps"...

Theater companies from 10 countries to take stage at Belaya Vezha festival in Brest
Since its founding in 1996, the festival has brought together artists from more than 60 countries on Brest soil. Over the years, 770 performances have been staged at Belaya Vezha venues...

How to book a tour of Polesie State Radioecological Reserve?
There are several ways to book a visit to the Polesie State Radioecological Reserve...

Belarusian performance wins top award at Cairo experimental theatre festival
The Belarusian State Academic Theater for Young Spectators presented the contemporary youth production Zhenya + Tanya = Love, inspired by Alexander Pushkin’s novel in verse Eugene Onegin...

Chinese bloggers explore Belarusian castles, culture, heritage
Chinese bloggers visited the Nesvizh Castle and Mir Castle as part of a familiarization tour on 9 September...

Expert: European bison, rare species thrive in Polesie reserve
Furthermore, this is the only place in the country where the Przewalski’s horse lives. “We have been seeing them here since 2007. Since 2023, the species has been officially included in the Red Book of Belarus. According to the 2025 estimates, there are about 65 head,” Aleksei Kazakov said...

Brest historian sheds light on artifacts unearthed at Bernardine monastery site
The work is being carried out under archaeological supervision. During this time, specialists have uncovered numerous finds connected both to the medieval history of Brest and to the history of the Modern era. Not only artifacts have been unearthed but also fragments of historical structures...

Historic coins discovered at Bernardine convent ruins in Brest
Other historical discoveries have also been made. Scientists expect that they will allow for a more detailed study of the area and will provide a strong foundation for further archaeological work at the Volyn fortification of the Brest Fortress...

Belarus’ Zudzilava claims European para-swimming bronze
On the second day of the tournament, Zudzilava became a medalist in the 100m breaststroke in the SB13 class (for athletes with visual impairments). The Belarusian clocked a time of 1:18.16, finishing third among 12 competitors...

Polesie State Radioecological Reserve reveals tourist numbers in 2026
"After all, this is a complex territory with a specific legal regime. Therefore, certain obligations are imposed to limit the number of people who can visit it"...

Sabalenka reaches US Open semifinals
On 8 September, in the opening quarterfinal, Aryna Sabalenka faced world number 6 Linda Nosková of the Czech Republic and prevailed in a three-set thriller, 7-6 (7-1), 3-6, 7-6 (10-7)...

Chinese influencer: My followers are eager to learn more about Belarus
The vlogger admitted that she had prepared for the trip to Belarus. “Before the trip, I studied quite a lot of information about your country online. I would like to get a closer look at both traditional culture and history. I am looking forward to visiting iconic sites to make as many interesting and engaging videos about your country as possible”...

Belovezhskaya Pushcha National Park gears up to launch new festival
Andrei Kastyuk shared the plans for the autumn: “I'll let you in on a little secret: Belovezhskaya Pushcha National Park is gearing up to launch Zubr Fest [Bizon Fest]. It will be a new international family eco-festival that will last several days. It is planned to be held in September”...

Minsk hosts Belarus Red Cross congress
The key event of the country’s leading humanitarian organization brought together delegates from across the nation, government officials, and international partners. The agenda features the 2027–2031 strategy, a review of the past five years of work, and an update of the organization’s mission...

Minsk prepares for City Day with reenactments, awards, and career events
The main events await Minsk residents and visitors on 12 September. The celebration will begin at 10:00 with a flower-laying ceremony at the Minsk Hero City obelisk...

Belarus’ Kavalionak wins bronze at WPS European Championships Kocaeli 2026
On the first competition day, Yauheni Kavalionak finished third in the 100m backstroke in the S12 class (for athletes with visual impairments)...

Sabalenka to face Nosková in US Open quarterfinals
Aryna Sabalenka has not dropped a single set in the tournament so far, beating Colombia’s Camila Osorio (59), 6-2, 6-4, Russia’s Polina Yatsenko (160), 6-1, 6-1, Uzbekistan’s Kamilla Rakhimova (92), 6-3, 6-4, and Taylor Townsend of the USA (96), 6-4, 6-3...