Opinions & Interviews

Senator: Belarus will benefit from positive changes in Russia-US relations
This is due to the strategic level of the relations between Belarus and Russia, the structure of the economies of the two countries which are intertwined...

Lukashenko sees no alternative to SDGs
The president remarked that every country is doing its best to achieve Sustainable Development Goals. “It means that all countries of the planet, including Belarus, should develop”...

Robertino Loretti: Belarus is one of the most beautiful countries I’ve ever seen
Robertino Loretti noted that he came to know about the festival and the city of Vitebsk over 20 years ago. “The city is amazing. Belarus is developing at an incredibly fast pace. You live like in a paradise. You have beautiful primeval forests”...

Belarus-China cooperation in sport, tourism seen as rapidly developing
For example, Chinese athletes have regularly participated in international competitions held in Belarus. In turn, Belarusian athletes travel to China for events in various sports...

Belarus-China Year of Tourism expected to boost mutual travels
“We have everything in place for successful cooperation, for example, in museum studies, art and music. I am convinced that the Days of Chongqing Culture and Tourism will continue the cultural and historic dialogue, strengthen and expand cooperation between our regions”...

France viewed as Belarus’ important partner in Europe, worldwide
France has always been present in Belarus, while Belarus in turn has made an important contribution to the cultural development of France through such names as Chagall, Soutine, Lyubich, Bakst and others...

Lukashenko: Belarusians are open for friendship with entire world
"The ongoing forum has brought together representatives of over 40 countries. Apart from the neighboring states, we have welcomed guests from the United Kingdom, Canada, North Korea, Egypt, Colombia and Guinea"...

Zharko: Slavianski Bazaar’s prestige is growing worldwide
"The prestige of the festival on the international arena is constantly growing, which attests to the consistent state policy and recognition of Belarus’ significant contribution to the world culture"...

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”...

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"...

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"...

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”...

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...

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”...

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...

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"...

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...

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"...

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"...

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"...