Opinions & Interviews

Putin tells BelTA how Belarus-Russia Union State handles problems
Irina Akulovich asked Vladimir Putin whether the Union State of Belarus and Russia has Plan B if the pressure of sanctions continues rising...

Ambassador: India will host Days of Culture of Belarus in December 2025
“Cultural relations aim to strengthen people-to-people ties and mutual understanding of each other’s cultures. These relations are constantly evolving,” he noted...

Ambassador: Around 1,000 Indian students are studying at Belarusian universities
He stressed that he regularly communicates with Indian students, who are happy to study in Belarus and satisfied with the quality of education...

Volodin: Belarus-Russia Union State doesn’t accept the distortion of history
Vyacheslav Volodin emphasized that holding the session in Brest during the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory is highly symbolic...

Technical, economic capabilities available for building new nuclear power plant in Belarus
Asked whether the feasibility study is ready for building a new nuclear power plant in Belarus or a new unit of the existing nuclear power plant outside Ostrovets, Denis Moroz noted that after the Belarusian nuclear power plant was commissioned, the economy, the energy industry, and the population have felt benefits of the nuclear power plant...

U.S. expert urges United States to improve relations with Belarus
He is also convinced that promoting Minsk’s peaceful relations with its Western neighbors is a direct way of reducing the risks of future escalatory spirals between Russia and NATO...

Lukashenko praised as China’s long-time, good friend
“Mr. President, you are very well known in China. The Chinese people know you well. We are sincerely proud that the Chinese people have such a long-time and good friend,” said Zhang Qingwei...

Zhang Qingwei: China is ready to defend the truth about WWII together with Belarus
"The Belarusian people were the first to face the enemy. They withstood and demonstrated heroism and patriotism, which can only inspire admiration. We highly appreciate the significant contribution of the Belarusian people to the victory in the global fight against fascism," he emphasized...

Lukashenko expects independent opinion from Belarus President Administration
The head of state is convinced that all important issues should be discussed collectively and, perhaps, decisions should be made in the same way. The president should have an analytical report on his desk with a clear definition of major actions...

Analyst gives his take on Belarus’ interest in Africa
“In this regard, Belarus, as an export-oriented country, needs to maximize its presence in the African region. Our enterprises will work, we will be able to increase exports of products and services. As a result, our enterprises will earn more,” the analyst emphasized...

Shared legacy, economic ties named pillars of Belarus-Russia relations
"It is symbolic that we mark this day between two important dates - our common big day - the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War - and Independence Day of Belarus"...

Cuban ambassador outlines cooperation prospects with Belarus
"It is always easy and pleasant to communicate with Belarusian parliamentarians, as we hold similar positions on protecting sovereignty and independence"...

Kochanova lauds momentum in Belarus-Cuba cooperation
"We are sincerely pleased with the development of Belarus-Cuba relations, which have always been friendly and brotherly"...

Belarus emphasizes importance of ending conflict in Ukraine as soon as possible
He remarked that as far as mentality is concerned, Russians and Ukrainians are the most kindred nations for Belarusians...

Lukashenko shares his thoughts about current global situation
"What I'm saying this for? Here is this island [calm and stable Belarus]. Do you think they will let us live in peace? All of this causes considerable tension"...

Lukashenko comments on possible financial support for Belarusfilm
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko spoke about possible financial support for Belarusfilm during his visit to the national film studio...

Ryzhenkov: Belarus-Russia agenda is intensive and substantial at all levels
Belarusian Minister of Foreign Affairs Maksim Ryzhenkov said at a joint press conference with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov following their talks...

FM sees relations between leaders as essential for Belarusian-Russian ties
This year, Aleksandr Lukashenko and Vladimir Putin have already met three times and spoke 11 times over the phone. “This speaks to a very serious dynamics of relations. The leaders keep their finger on the pulse, and exchange views on a broad international agenda,” he said...

Belarus’ FM outlines Belarus-Russia integration plans
Maksim Ryzhenkov noted that 28 Union State programs adopted by Belarus and Russia in 2021 and completed in 2024 became the foundation to build cooperation and develop unified standards in agriculture, industry, energy, and other sectors...

Lukashenko urges to increase labor productivity, product competitiveness
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he met with Governor of Russia's Kaliningrad Oblast Alexey Besprozvannykh in Minsk on 9 June...