Opinions & Interviews

Ryzhenkov: Belarus’ public service strives to keep up with times
First Deputy Head of the Belarus President Administration Maksim Ryzhenkov said as he opened the international scientific and practical conference “Public Service: Current State and Development Prospects”...

Opinion: Belarus, Slovakia have huge potential for advancing cooperation
“The growth rate and dynamics confirm that the potential for cooperation is huge and that we have only begun to explore some of the areas in which we could cooperate”...

Belarus president gives interview to Kazakhstan’s top news agency ahead of official visit
“Aleksandr Grigoryevich [Lukashenko] is a very interesting person to talk to. He wins you over with his sincerity. Few politicians have it while sincerity is something he was born with. He knows how to wield it well”...

Belarus, Cuba eager to determine new vectors of economic interaction
The ambassador remarked that good relations in various spheres have evolved between Cuba and Belarus since the Soviet Union times. “The visit of Fidel Castro to Minsk in July 1972 was a historic event for both countries. It was an important event, which became part of history of Belarusian-Cuban cooperation”...

Lukashenko: Time to actively involve youth in country’s political life
“Almost a third of our citizens – around three million people – were born in sovereign Belarus. They are young people who look at the world from the perspective of a citizen of an independent European state”...

Lukashenko: Belarus creates sustainable governance model
“Over the past quarter of a century, we have created a sustainable governance model that is stable in its core points. They are simple and understandable to everyone: the sovereignty of our country, the well-being of citizens and fair treatment of people, the unity of society”...

Lukashenko: Belarus needs proactive, competent, ambitious executives
According to the head of state, the procedure of selecting future students and listeners of the Academy of Public Administration is very important as they will have to use their knowledge and skills for the resolution of pending issues...

EOC president: We are proud of 2nd European Games in Minsk
“The 2nd European Games in Minsk were organized a great deal better than anybody expected and we can be proud of this achievement. Each continent has its large-scale sport forum which should be better integrated into the Olympic framework”...

Belarus’ unique economic transformation over roughly 30 years pointed out
In his words, ideas of enhancing, developing, and creating new institutions represent the ultimate value as well as ideas of enhancing mutual responsibility and trust between the public sector, the corporate sector, and individuals...

Lukashenko: Belarus has not turned its back on Russia
"We should not be seen as enemies who have turned their backs on Russia," the president said. "We have never been such and never will be. We are not welcome there [in Western Europe]. The obstacle is not even Lukashenko's dictatorship, but the economy”...

Novgorod Oblast governor: Belarus-Russia bonds cannot be destroyed by Telegram channels
“It is a pleasure to be here, to experience the famous Belarusian hospitality. It is amazing indeed”...

Schuebel on reduction of Schengen visa fees for Belarusians: Process will not last long
According to him, specialists are already working on the document, but this is quite a difficult process as the EU includes 28 countries, and participants should take into account all mechanisms in both internal and also external relations...

Moscow welcomes Belarus’ call for declaration on non-deployment in Europe
Moscow supports Minsk’s call to draw up a declaration on non-deployment of medium- and shorter-range missiles in Europe, Russia President Vladimir Putin said at the CIS summit in Ashgabat...

Belarus, Turkmenistan have good foundation for cooperation
“We have very good plans which we will implement for sure. We have laid a solid foundation of our relations. We have done a lot,” the head of state said...

CIS urged to support Belarus’ initiative on digital neighborhood belt
The president called the problem of terrorism the most pressing, noting that no country in the world can cope with it alone. “The key to success lies in close coordination at all levels. Therefore, our program of cooperation between the CIS member states in the fight against terrorism and other violent manifestations of extremism is now very relevant," Aleksandr Lukashenko said...

Lukashenko describes Great Patriotic War victory as universal, indivisible
According to Aleksandr Lukashenko, by the signing of the address the sides once again demonstrate their unity and friendship, careful attitude to their common great history. “By joint efforts we are trying to prevent attempts to distort and falsify history. Together we advocate for resuming a comprehensive international dialogue on the enhancement of the system of global security and confidence-building measures”...

Benitez: Chile seeks long-term cooperation with Belarus
"It is important for Chile that Belarus views it as a promising strategic partner, especially in the framework of cooperation with the EAEU. For us, growing contacts with Belarusian partners is also an opportunity to enter the markets of the EAEU member states"...

Opinion: International forum will help promote Belarus as tourist destination
The forum was discussed with UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Secretary General Zurab Pololikashvili during the 2nd European Games in Minsk. However, the date has not been set yet. The parties considered holding the forum in April-May...

Belarus FM: Belarus,Turkmenistan will find solutions to current issues
Vladimir Makei noted that Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko will meet with Turkmenistan President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow on the sidelines of the CIS summit on 11 October...

Belarus' MFA concerned over escalating situation in Syria
“We believe it is crucial for all the parties to act in line with the joint agreements reached as part of the Astana process and avoid actions that could lead to an escalation of the situation in this volatile area”...