Opinions & Interviews

Belarusian FM: Lack of dialogue and threat of force continue to undermine international order
“Has the world become safer and more predictable, as intended? We all understand: it has not! Deep-seated distrust, lack of dialogue, fear, and the threat of force continue to undermine the international order. The organization itself is now at risk. However, the UN cannot be blamed for this. Only member states can and must make the UN stronger and more effective,” the minister said...

Putin names Belarus Russia’s serious partner in nuclear energy field
President of Russia Vladimir Putin made the statement as he met with Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko in the Kremlin on 26 September...

Putin describes Russia-Belarus cooperation as very good
According to him, the same applies to the issues of ensuring the security of the Union State of Belarus and Russia. “Here, as we agreed, everything is progressing steadily. The development is following its natural course”...

Lukashenko describes Putin's New START proposal as ‘brilliant Initiative’
Elaborating on the topic, he highlighted Russia's consistent policy and drew a parallel with the forum's theme, which focused on the development of nuclear energy, including Russia's readiness to share its advanced technologies in this field...

Lukashenko comments on agenda of meeting with Putin, ‘message’ from Americans
I am planning to discuss a wide range of issues during a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said as he took questions from journalists on the sidelines of the Global Atomic Forum in Moscow...

Karanik: Space is platform for cooperation, technological advances
" Indeed, space should be a place for cooperation, technological development, a platform where all countries interact to ensure security and new opportunities for life on Earth," Vladimir Karanik said...

Lukashenko thanks IAEA head for his position on Belarus’ NPP
“I’d like to thank you, Mr. Grossi, for being a real, decent man. You remember when our plant was under heavy political pressure: they said we were building in the wrong place, building the wrong project, the Americans were against it, and the Europeans were furious. You visited the plant many times and openly told journalists: ‘Don’t attack Belarus. They are building with the Russians the most advanced plant, there are no issues.’”...

Lukashenko praises Russia for its transparency in nuclear energy sector
“Yet, are we talking about war today, discussing military issues? No. Yet, at the suggestion of Russia itself, a country with plenty of its own problems, we are talking about peaceful nuclear energy. We have gathered at the forum where Russia is sharing its experience. Name other countries that possess similar technologies and that would so openly, honestly say: ‘Come and see!’...

Republican Council on Historical Policy discusses national heroes, cultural legacy
The head of the Belarus President Administration pointed out that one of the main tasks is to objectively reflect the historical development of the republic...

Belarus urges UN countries to organize global dialogue on security
The minister quoted Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko as saying in the UN in 2015: “Sustainable development is impossible without peace”. According to Maxim Ryzhenkov, these words explain everything and offer guidance for action at the same time...

Belarusian ambassador comments on status of Belarus-Russia joint projects
“We are currently utilizing the first tranche that we received. The 27 projects we are implementing are already at a high degree of completion. Certainly, once this stage is completed, we and the Russian Federation will discuss the format of the next phase and our movement forward”...

Roscosmos chief comments on prospects for sending second female cosmonaut from Belarus
“One of the important areas of cooperation is manned spaceflight. Marina Vasilevskaya was the first female cosmonaut from Belarus, having traveled to the ISS in 2024. We are currently discussing the possibility of sending Anastasia Lenkova into orbit. A number of issues need to be resolved. If they are resolved, we will send a second female cosmonaut from Belarus. It is very important for us to implement this project within the framework of the Union State"...

Khrenin: CIS is building effective collective security mechanisms
“The CIS has secured an important niche in the system of international organizations. It is building effective mechanisms for ensuring collective security across a vast territory inhabited by over 250 million people. Furthermore, the CIS makes a significant contribution to protecting the national sovereignty and internal stability of each of its member states”...

FM: Belarus will continue the course towards multipolarity and multilateral cooperation
Maxim Ryzhenkov noted that the Global Development Initiative, along with other initiatives proposed in recent years by Chinese President Xi Jinping in the areas of security, intercultural dialogue, and global governance, as well as the Belt and Road Initiative are examples of responsible global leadership...

Glazyev describes Every Third concert as highlight of Victory anniversary festivities
“For us, holding the commemorative concert Every Third carries immense significance. It is dedicated to the victims of the genocide of the Belarusian people during the Nazi occupation, and honors the heroes who defended and liberated our land. They are forever etched in our history as liberators, thanks to whom we live today,” Sergei Glazyev emphasized...

Belarus’ vice premier: It is no coincidence that Belarusians are ardent fighters for historical truth
The commemorative concert Every Third is a matter of pride. “The project is significant and of very high quality in terms of the preparation by the artists, the director, and so on. It is even more significant that this theme is something we carry within us, and 'every third' is about us. There is not a single Belarusian family untouched by the grief of the Great Patriotic War. The fact that we are such ardent fighters for historical truth is not accidental”...

Akulovich comments on idea behind Destinies Folded in Triangle project
The Destinies Folded in a Triangle project tells 17 stories about 17 soldiers and the letters they wrote to their loved ones. “It is a joint project by BelTA and the Museum of the Great Patriotic War. Today, about 2,300 such letters from soldiers to their relatives and loved ones are kept in Minsk. This is precisely the memory we want to preserve, and we believe it is very important here and now. Each of us is ready to defend our Homeland because Belarus lost every third resident during the Great Patriotic War”...

Diplomat of Belarusian embassy in Russia comments on cooperation with Belarusians abroad
Darya Shmanai remarked that the Federal National and Cultural Autonomy of Belarusians of Russia is a unique and living organism while the organization of the congress is an excellent opportunity to mobilize resources, compare notes, share experience for the sake of launching future projects...

PM: Belarusian economy is doing well despite challenging geopolitical environment
“If we look at the global, geopolitical conditions, we are doing quite well. The economy is growing. Perhaps not at the pace we would like. But, in my opinion, we have reached a certain balance,” the prime minister said...

Li Xi: Meeting with Lukashenko made strong impression on me
“This special reception reflects the long-standing strategic partnership between our General Secretary Xi Jinping and Aleksandr Lukashenko. They engage in joint strategic planning and share a deep friendship. Together, they are advancing the development of our bilateral ties,” Li Xi stressed...