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24 Nov 2020
CSTO secretary general at UN dialogue: World community needs to focus on response to pandemic CSTO secretary general at UN dialogue: World community needs to focus on response to pandemic
"We call on all members of the world community to put aside political and economic differences and cooperate in accordance with the UN Charter, joining efforts in combating the global challenge that is COVID-19,” said the CSTO secretary general...
23 Nov 2020
Makei: Relations with Russia, China are number one priority for Belarus Makei: Relations with Russia, China are number one priority for Belarus
He also stressed: “Everyone needs to understand: there are areas that are more important and there are those which are less important. We intend and will strive to develop our relations with all the states, be it East, West, North or South”...
23 Nov 2020
Makei: Belarus will not initiate destructive steps against its partners Makei: Belarus will not initiate destructive steps against its partners
“Unfortunately, no one can say how we will be living tomorrow, the day after tomorrow,” said the minister. “We advocate the logic of cooperation, we will never initiate any destructive actions against our partners,” he added...
20 Nov 2020
Plans to vaccinate up to 2m people against COVID-19 in Belarus Plans to vaccinate up to 2m people against COVID-19 in Belarus
"The most vulnerable groups of individuals will top the list. These are education and healthcare workers, people engaged in retail – those who come into contact with many other people"...
20 Nov 2020
Lukashenko: You can in no way label me as a fascist Lukashenko: You can in no way label me as a fascist
Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko has stressed he is an internationalist, who advocates peace and accord between nations and representatives of various religions...
20 Nov 2020
Lukashenko intent on preserving Belarus' machine-building potential Lukashenko intent on preserving Belarus' machine-building potential
"Working with a shovel is one thing but making such machines and vehicles is a totally different thing. We need good specialists. It is the key reason why we hold on to the mechanical engineering industry"...
19 Nov 2020
Opinion: Development of higher education in Belarus follows common European principles Opinion: Development of higher education in Belarus follows common European principles
"The main directions of reformation of the national higher education system meet common European principles and criteria and are being implemented in line with the strategic action plan on fulfilling the main tasks of development of the higher education system in accordance with principles and instruments of the European Higher Education Area"...
19 Nov 2020
Belarus Democracy Act dismissed as ‘ridiculous’ in light of U.S. presidential election Belarus Democracy Act dismissed as ‘ridiculous’ in light of U.S. presidential election
"The decision of the Congress demonstrates that the United States continues acting by force of habit, using its usual ways to interfere in domestic affairs of other countries and violating their sovereignty and principles of international law"...
19 Nov 2020
Speaker: Belarus still seeks cooperation with all foreign partners Speaker: Belarus still seeks cooperation with all foreign partners
"We are ready for constructive communication to discuss not made-up problems but real projects that will benefit our nations. Only joint efforts can help us eliminate the threats to international security and address the impact of the pandemic to the world economy"...
18 Nov 2020
Belarus keen to step up cooperation with Russia in education Belarus keen to step up cooperation with Russia in education
"Belarus is set to continue cooperating with our Russian colleagues in education and to hold a constructive dialogue to preserve the fundamental values of higher education and academic freedom"...
17 Nov 2020
FM: Belarus at the heart of open geopolitical struggle FM: Belarus at the heart of open geopolitical struggle
"Therefore, we have to respond to the undesirable challenges and threats that arise around Belarus. I must emphasize that they are absolutely artificial in nature"...
17 Nov 2020
Belarus prepares response to possible expansion of EU sanctions Belarus prepares response to possible expansion of EU sanctions
The minister stressed that Belarus has never been interested in the sanctions policy: "We have always said that sanctions are not a method to develop interstate relations. They have never led to anything good and will never do"...
17 Nov 2020
NOC: Belarus can book 100 Tokyo Olympics berths NOC: Belarus can book 100 Tokyo Olympics berths
Every athlete dreams of taking part in the Olympics and winning a medal, it is the most cherished dream of all athletes...
17 Nov 2020
Opinion: BelNPP gives Belarus opportunities for peaceful nuclear research Opinion: BelNPP gives Belarus opportunities for peaceful nuclear research
"The opening of the nuclear power plant gives rise, if desired, to nuclear research both for the economy and social sector of Belarus"...
17 Nov 2020
Lukashenko: Poland, Lithuania’s stance on Belarus may undo many achievements in relations Lukashenko: Poland, Lithuania’s stance on Belarus may undo many achievements in relations
“Belarus is always ready to cooperate with those who observe the principles of mutual respect (I will say it directly with those who respect us), sincerity and integrity. It is sad that some of our so-called partners suddenly found themselves not ready to work in such conditions,” said Aleksandr Lukashenko...
17 Nov 2020
Young scientists of Belarus, China actively involved in joint innovation projects Young scientists of Belarus, China actively involved in joint innovation projects
"We promote interaction between young innovators of Belarus and China, support numerous serving this purpose, including the New Horizons – 2020 forum and the Belarusian-Chinese Youth Competition of Research and Innovation Projects,” Aleksandr Shumilin said...
17 Nov 2020
Belarus' MFA: UNESCO promotes dialogue, understanding between nations Belarus' MFA: UNESCO promotes dialogue, understanding between nations
According to Oleg Kravchenko, Belarus attaches great importance to cooperation with the Organization and is aimed at its further development...
16 Nov 2020
Lukashenko comments on Belarus-Ukraine relations Lukashenko comments on Belarus-Ukraine relations
“It is unfair to impose sanctions against Belarus, which has always, even to its detriment, taken a pro-Ukrainian position. Against Lukashenko, whose great-grandfathers' roots lie somewhere between Kiev and Chernigov. I am a pro-Ukrainian man in general, and you impose sanctions against me!” the president said...
16 Nov 2020
Call to keep Minsk as negotiation venue on situation in eastern Ukraine Call to keep Minsk as negotiation venue on situation in eastern Ukraine
The head of state noted that Minsk remains a convenient place for TCG negotiations in many ways: "Where will you find the best venue? Are you going to go to Nur Sultan? That's a long way off and probably not very convenient. And here we have this triangle Kiev - Moscow - Minsk. A one hour flight and you're here"...
16 Nov 2020
Events in Belarus described as serious lesson for other post-Soviet countries Events in Belarus described as serious lesson for other post-Soviet countries
When asked when the conflict in Belarus can be resolved, the head of state said that the protests have radicalized and they will not subside for no reason. "These are militants. They never back down. This is their chance," the president said. "They are dreaming of keeping the protests alive till spring. They expect that ‘the economy will be in a more difficult state, almost on the brink of collapse, and that it will be easier to deal with them them"...
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