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9 Oct 2014

Rubinov: Ratification of EEU Treaty is a momentous event for Belarus

Rubinov: Ratification of EEU Treaty is a momentous event for Belarus

MINSK, 9 October (BelTA) - Ratification of the Eurasian Economic Union Treaty is a landmark decision for Belarus, Chairman of the Council of the Republic of the National Assembly of Belarus Anatoly Rubinov told journalists after the session of the upper house of the parliament that ratified the EEU Treaty on 9 October, BelTA has learned.

“The ratification of the Eurasian Economic Union Treaty by the Belarusian Parliament is a landmark decision. The document virtually opens a new page in the history of our country,” Anatoly Rubinov noted.

Anatoly Rubinov said that the treaty significantly intensifies the cooperation between the countries of the customs “troika” and provides for the free movement of goods, services, capital, and workforce. Anatoly Rubinov pointed out that the treaty opens up new export opportunities for Belarus and provides access to a market of 170 million people. “This carries great importance for our export-oriented economy,” he emphasized.

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