Opinions & Interviews

Lukashenko recalls instructions to reduce plastic footprint
“We need to put a stop to plastic bags. We need to start with small steps and get rid of them. We are littering the soil and our territory, and our green and blue-eyed Belarus would soon become a dump,” the Belarusian leader stressed...

Eismont reveals details of closed part of president’s meeting with law enforcers
“Those who wanted to see some upcoming concessions here or some kind of a PR campaign, simply underestimate the situation and do not know our president. Requirements will only become tougher from today”...

FM: Belarus, UK expanding mutually beneficial cooperation
Vladimir Makei also stressed the expansion of cooperation between Belarus and the UK in the political, trade, economic and other sectors, and the exchange of high-level visits...

Belarus president reminds law enforcers to protect citizens’ lives, rights
The president stressed that people and fair treatment of the people have always been, are, and will be the foundation of the entire policy of the state. The head of state added that he constantly talks about it not for the sake of populism or PR...

Lukashenko: Justice must underpin every action of local government
"We have good people: if you ask them, they will always meet you halfway. Just do not cheat. If you asked something and promised something, do it for sure"...

Opinion: A united society can counter modern challenges
“The most important thing the president drew attention to as he made the appointment is work with people, the resolution of their daily problems, which in essence is the top-priority task for executives of any level"...

Belarus to use semitransparent ballot boxes, e-voting
"Transparent ballot boxes do not secure the secret expression of voters’ will. Today’s trend is to use semitransparent boxes and apply e-voting. I believe we will be introducing this in the future"...

Lukashenko describes Zubryonok center as true symbol of children’s diplomacy
The center hosted young citizens from more than 45 countries, and every international shift is a new step towards the common peaceful and secure future...

Opinion: Youth plays special role in achieving SDGs
“It is important to raise awareness of young people, schools, and preschools about the Sustainable Development Goals. Because young people are our future”...

PM: Belarus, UK have great potential for cooperation
Thanks to the support of the embassy, a visit of the government delegation to the UK was very productive. “There were fruitful meetings with members of the British government, and I made sure once again that our relationship has a great potential"...

Tourist attractions able to spur economic growth in Belarus’ regions
However, this potential has not been fully explored. A proper presentation and promotion of such sites can encourage foreign tourists and Belarusian ones alike to visit them...

CEC chair: Electoral process in Belarus is taking place in stable political environment
Describing the Belarusian electoral system in general, Lidia Yermoshina noted that candidates’ campaigns are partially subsidized by the state. For example, candidates are entitled to free airtime and space in state-run media, etc...

Belarus’ parliamentary candidates to go on the air on 20 October
“The addresses will be broadcast on weekdays starting from 20 October. Radio addresses will be aired from 7:00 to 8:00, television addresses will be shown from 19:00 to 20:00,” Lidia Yermoshina said...

Parliamentary election campaign in Belarus starts in mid-October
She explained that the election campaign begins after the registration of candidates for deputies. The process of nomination ends on 7 October. The registration process will take ten days. This means that the election campaign will start after 17 October...

Shchetkina: Every person can contribute to SDGs achievement
Marianna Shchetkina spoke about the basic principles of sustainable development, national SDG architecture, the mission of the Council for Sustainable Development, and the monitoring of the progress towards the SDGs...

Lukashenko against random approaches to state support
Random approaches to the provision of state support for the development of certain industries are inadmissible, Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at the session held in Kostyukovichi...

Team Europe predicted to top Match Europe v USA standings
There are disciplines where the dominance of the Americans is palpable, especially running. However, I believe that Europe will finish on top of the overall standings by the number of points...

Opinion: International community shows interest in Belarus’ parliamentary elections
"The interest in the elections is not incipient; it is already observed. I have been to Russia and Lithuania and talked to our German partners. Those who are interested in this aspect of Belarus have already conducted a monitoring of political situation, including in the run-up to the elections"...

Devyatovsky: Belarusian athletes will show their best at Match Europe v USA
In selecting the athletes we focused on the ones who can be the most useful for Team Europe. I believe the results will be good,” Vadim Devyatovsky said...

Foreign pharmaceutical companies show interest in localizing production in Belarus
According to the minister, work is underway to ease access to the market for international medications that are not produced in Belarus or made in limited quantities...