Opinions & Interviews

Lavrov: Russia, Belarus are equally interested in strengthening relations
"Russia and Belarus are equally interested in strengthening relations. We can call it in different ways but we have the same goal: to move towards the mutual benefits for our peoples, the countries and the Union State," Sergey Lavrov said...

Opinion: Belarus’ multipronged policy is a proof of its independence
"A multipronged approach should be pursued in foreign policy and economy, as this is a concentrated expression of the sovereignty and independence of Belarus,” Nikolai Shchekin believes...

Belarus, China support each other on key matters, ambassador says
"At present Chinese-Belarusian relations of trustful comprehensive strategic partnership and mutually beneficial cooperation continue developing very well. Cooperation proceeds in a very dynamic and stable manner"...

Lukashenko: Belarusians have proved their ability to defend sovereignty, territorial integrity
"I have repeatedly stated and will say it again: it is only our people who have the right to decide how the Belarusian state will develop in the future,” the Belarusian leader stressed...

CSTO secretary general at UN dialogue: World community needs to focus on response to pandemic
"We call on all members of the world community to put aside political and economic differences and cooperate in accordance with the UN Charter, joining efforts in combating the global challenge that is COVID-19,” said the CSTO secretary general...

Makei: Relations with Russia, China are number one priority for Belarus
He also stressed: “Everyone needs to understand: there are areas that are more important and there are those which are less important. We intend and will strive to develop our relations with all the states, be it East, West, North or South”...

Makei: Belarus will not initiate destructive steps against its partners
“Unfortunately, no one can say how we will be living tomorrow, the day after tomorrow,” said the minister. “We advocate the logic of cooperation, we will never initiate any destructive actions against our partners,” he added...

Plans to vaccinate up to 2m people against COVID-19 in Belarus
"The most vulnerable groups of individuals will top the list. These are education and healthcare workers, people engaged in retail – those who come into contact with many other people"...

Lukashenko: You can in no way label me as a fascist
Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko has stressed he is an internationalist, who advocates peace and accord between nations and representatives of various religions...

Lukashenko intent on preserving Belarus' machine-building potential
"Working with a shovel is one thing but making such machines and vehicles is a totally different thing. We need good specialists. It is the key reason why we hold on to the mechanical engineering industry"...

Opinion: Development of higher education in Belarus follows common European principles
"The main directions of reformation of the national higher education system meet common European principles and criteria and are being implemented in line with the strategic action plan on fulfilling the main tasks of development of the higher education system in accordance with principles and instruments of the European Higher Education Area"...

Belarus Democracy Act dismissed as ‘ridiculous’ in light of U.S. presidential election
"The decision of the Congress demonstrates that the United States continues acting by force of habit, using its usual ways to interfere in domestic affairs of other countries and violating their sovereignty and principles of international law"...

Speaker: Belarus still seeks cooperation with all foreign partners
"We are ready for constructive communication to discuss not made-up problems but real projects that will benefit our nations. Only joint efforts can help us eliminate the threats to international security and address the impact of the pandemic to the world economy"...

Belarus keen to step up cooperation with Russia in education
"Belarus is set to continue cooperating with our Russian colleagues in education and to hold a constructive dialogue to preserve the fundamental values of higher education and academic freedom"...

FM: Belarus at the heart of open geopolitical struggle
"Therefore, we have to respond to the undesirable challenges and threats that arise around Belarus. I must emphasize that they are absolutely artificial in nature"...

Belarus prepares response to possible expansion of EU sanctions
The minister stressed that Belarus has never been interested in the sanctions policy: "We have always said that sanctions are not a method to develop interstate relations. They have never led to anything good and will never do"...

NOC: Belarus can book 100 Tokyo Olympics berths
Every athlete dreams of taking part in the Olympics and winning a medal, it is the most cherished dream of all athletes...

Opinion: BelNPP gives Belarus opportunities for peaceful nuclear research
"The opening of the nuclear power plant gives rise, if desired, to nuclear research both for the economy and social sector of Belarus"...

Lukashenko: Poland, Lithuania’s stance on Belarus may undo many achievements in relations
“Belarus is always ready to cooperate with those who observe the principles of mutual respect (I will say it directly with those who respect us), sincerity and integrity. It is sad that some of our so-called partners suddenly found themselves not ready to work in such conditions,” said Aleksandr Lukashenko...

Young scientists of Belarus, China actively involved in joint innovation projects
"We promote interaction between young innovators of Belarus and China, support numerous serving this purpose, including the New Horizons – 2020 forum and the Belarusian-Chinese Youth Competition of Research and Innovation Projects,” Aleksandr Shumilin said...