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11 Jul 2018
Belarus determined to reconcile its positions with IMF Belarus determined to reconcile its positions with IMF
The speaker underlined that Belarus will be glad to use the IMF’s expertise and knowledge. “We are going to reconcile our positions across the issues where we do not quite have a common ground. We want to focus on the shared vision rather than emphasize disagreements”...
10 Jul 2018
Belarusian companies encouraged to work harder to overcome barriers in trade with European Union Belarusian companies encouraged to work harder to overcome barriers in trade with European Union
"Our goal is to evenly distribute export between the European Union, the Eurasian Economic Union, and third countries. We’ve been able to secure certain figures in export to the European Union thanks to raw materials. It is necessary to export more products with a higher degree of processing"...
10 Jul 2018
Speaker: Belarus seeks to develop all-round strategic partnership with Turkey Speaker: Belarus seeks to develop all-round strategic partnership with Turkey
"We are planing joint projects in the automotive industry. We are ready to set up joint plants to produce trucks and harvesters,” Mikhail Myasnikovich said. These could be the joint ventures projects in Turkey"...
10 Jul 2018
Vitebsk Oblast governor: BelTA’s photo exhibition reflects the living history of Belarus Vitebsk Oblast governor: BelTA’s photo exhibition reflects the living history of Belarus
“The photos on display reflect the living history of our country from 1918 through 2018. The exhibition is definitely important: our generation needs to see it as well as those, who come after us – the younger generation and the future one”...
10 Jul 2018
Belarus interested in energy efficiency projects Belarus interested in energy efficiency projects
The deputy minister emphasized that enhancing economic competitiveness, energy security and energy independence through the measures to improve energy efficiency and to increase the use of local fuel resources is among the priorities for the country...
9 Jul 2018
Good progress in China-Belarus industrial park Great Stone Good progress in China-Belarus industrial park Great Stone
“On behalf of the government I can say that we are satisfied with how the industrial park develops. I am convinced that in the next five-year term it will be one of the factors driving the development of our economy. It is the main decoration of the Silk Road, a pearl of the Silk Road”...
9 Jul 2018
Makei: Time to take off rose-tinted glasses Makei: Time to take off rose-tinted glasses
The minister added that Belarus has strengthened its image as a place that fosters integration and helps resolve regional conflicts...
9 Jul 2018
Opinion: Maradona's work in Belarus will make football more popular Opinion: Maradona's work in Belarus will make football more popular
According to the minister, Diego Maradona’s involvement in the football life of Belarus will help promote football. "This is a big deal for FC Dinamo Brest, the city of Brest and the entire country"...
7 Jul 2018
Lukashenko: Ties between people of Belarus, Russia, Ukraine will always be above politics Lukashenko: Ties between people of Belarus, Russia, Ukraine will always be above politics
The head of state noted that the major theme of the festival is friendship between peoples. It was designed as an event that brings neighborly nations together...
6 Jul 2018
UN Human Rights Council’s latest resolution on Belarus described as absurd UN Human Rights Council’s latest resolution on Belarus described as absurd
"We are rightfully considered one of the most stable countries in the region. With its deeds Belarus persistently confirms its openness and readiness for an equal dialogue and constructive interaction"...
5 Jul 2018
Reserves to lessen overall tax burden available in Belarus Reserves to lessen overall tax burden available in Belarus
"As for reserves, there are two ways. First, we can reduce the number of preferences available in the country. Second, we can expand the taxable base, increase the number of taxpayers"...
5 Jul 2018
Ambassador: Belarus and Venezuela share friendship, partnership and commitment to peace Ambassador: Belarus and Venezuela share friendship, partnership and commitment to peace
"Relations between Belarus and Venezuela are of strategic partnership in nature. We hold similar positions on the international arena - in matters of the preservation of peace, a multipolar and just world. Your country has been our important economic partner"...
5 Jul 2018
Lukashenko: Military blocs are expanding at the expense of other countries’ security Lukashenko: Military blocs are expanding at the expense of other countries’ security
“Our country rolled out foreign policy initiatives that seek to ease tensions and build trust in the region. It seems that we have been heard; however, no action has been taken yet. It is clear why”...
3 Jul 2018
Venezuelan ambassador: It is very nice to be together with Belarusians on Independence Day Venezuelan ambassador: It is very nice to be together with Belarusians on Independence Day
"I wish your country peace and development. May you continue to work towards peace in the region and in the world. We all need a different world without wars, conflicts"...
3 Jul 2018
Belarus’ readiness to defend sovereignty and independence reaffirmed Belarus’ readiness to defend sovereignty and independence reaffirmed
“Our historical memory tells us: the peaceful skies and creative work must be reliably defended. There is no room for complacency! This is why we take the most decisive measures to strengthen the military security”...
3 Jul 2018
Lukashenko: Belarus pursues peaceful policy in relations with all countries Lukashenko: Belarus pursues peaceful policy in relations with all countries
"We have been strengthening the Union State with brotherly Russia, expanding the cooperation with China, who is our strategic partner, and building our dialogue with the western countries on the principles of mutual respect"...
3 Jul 2018
Sovereignty named Belarus’ most valuable asset Sovereignty named Belarus’ most valuable asset
"This day that unites the fates of different generations reminds us of the long and difficult path of the development of our state. We know the value of freedom. We understand the power of the unity of people, patriotism and faith in the future"...
2 Jul 2018
Lukashenko: Words ‘friendly nations’ mean a lot for Belarusians Lukashenko: Words ‘friendly nations’ mean a lot for Belarusians
Speaking about the events of the Great Patriotic War, the president stressed that the Belarusian people, in unity with other peoples, managed not only to survive but to win and show an example of the great power of the unity and cohesion of nations...
2 Jul 2018
Lukashenko: With the birth of BSSR Belarus acquired legitimate political and legal status Lukashenko: With the birth of BSSR Belarus acquired legitimate political and legal status
“The voice of the native language became more pronounced. The world maps marked the first territorial boundaries of the Belarusian republic that were nearly razed during Hitler's invasion”...
2 Jul 2018
Independence Day named symbol of free and peaceful life in Belarus Independence Day named symbol of free and peaceful life in Belarus
"Belarusians were unanimous in their choice when over 20 years ago they chose 3 July, the day of the liberation of Minsk Hero City from the Nazis, as the country’s main national holiday"...
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