According to Alexander Bastrykin, investigators of both the countries face new challenges today. The situation is constantly changing. New types of crime are emerging, including extremism and terrorism.

“On 4 November, Day of People's Unity in Russia, we will hold this event, a meeting of the Supreme State Council,” Aleksandr Lukashenko said.

According to the head of state, he held talks with his Russian counterpart in Moscow on 9 September. “There were good events at the level of the presidents of Belarus and Russia yesterday. We agreed on many things, these are very serious agreements...

The Happy Family priority implies strengthening traditional family values. These are UN Sustainable Development Goal 1 - poverty eradication, Goal 3 - good health and well-being, and Goal 5 - gender equality.

The Belarusian Light Industry Association and the Russian Union of Entrepreneurs of Textile and Light Industry (Soyuzlegprom) have signed a memorandum of cooperation during the international exhibition of fabrics and textile materials Interfabric 202...

According to Pul Pervogo, it was a very good conversation, and the leaders of the two countries discussed a lot of things apart from the programs.

Belarus' world number two Aryna Sabalenka failed to advance to the US Open final losing to Canada's world number 73 Leylah Fernandez 6-7 (3-7), 6-4, 4-6 in two and a half hours.

The agenda of the meeting of the presidents of Belarus and Russia was widely discussed in the media space, as everyone anticipated the adoption of the Union State programs to take the Union State to a new level.

A number of Union State programs are designed to harmonize Belarusian and Russian tax and customs laws. In particular, they provide for signing an agreement on common principles of collection of indirect taxes and for introducing an integrated system...

They are designed to level the playing field for Belarusian and Russian commercial entities, build common financial and energy markets, build transport space, work out and realize a common industrial and agricultural policy.

A Belarusian reporter asked Aleksandr Lukashenko and Vladimir Putin whether Minsk and Moscow might team up soon to resolve the humanitarian crisis that has deteriorated near the European Union border due to events in Afghanistan and continues gaining...

Aleksandr Lukashenko remarked that in the course of building the Union State of Belarus and Russia they had always kept in mind the example of the European Union but the European Union is not a good example today.

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “What do you want from us? You introduce more and more sanctions against us every day. We are already way ahead of the Russian Federation on sanctions. They've introduced so many sanctions within literally six months. Do ...

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “Putin or Lukashenko slowing down these processes is not the issue. When we examined this problem, the Central Bank of Russia and the National Bank of the Republic of Belarus unanimously asked us to leave it be. They said...

The Belarusian head of state said: “We don't need new loans if we could take some from the nuclear power plant project, for which we've been granted a certain loan (it is Russia's practice all over the world). If we save something, I asked him to g...

Vladimir Putin explained that this specific matter had not been discussed during the negotiations. However, a Russian government commission made the relevant decision the other day. “It was decided that all the pre-COVID restrictions concerning tra...

Vladimir Putin said: “We've come to a conclusion that instead of deciding on some individual things that may or may not benefit one side we should make decisions as a package, creating a solid economic base for moving forward on sensitive yet indiv...

Vladimir Putin said: “We've agreed to pursue a common macroeconomic policy, harmonize the monetary management policy, and integrate the payment systems. We've agreed on ensuring information security, stepping up cooperation in customs and taxation....

Vladimir Putin remarked that as a result of the talks they had managed to come to terms on very sensitive issues for the Belarusian side that are related to prices for Russian energy resources.

Apart from tighter Belarus-Russia integration Aleksandr Lukashenko and Vladimir Putin discussed in detail the current international problems, relations with neighboring countries and associations.

Aleksandr Lukashenko remarked that it may seem to many people that the realization of the Union State programs Belarus and Russia have designed takes too much time. According to the head of state, there is no other way to do it since it is necessary ...

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “The president of Russia delicately did not mention various speculations about mergers and takeovers and so on. I should say that the president of Russia and I did not succumb to this disease. If someone did, we can fix t...

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “Our accusers often say that the Union State is a purely political project. No, it is a unique integration association that is advanced in all the aspects, including politics if you look at our military political union."

The central topic of negotiations of the two leaders was the completion of work on Union State programs. According to Aleksandr Lukashenko, all the key decisions were made during the talks.

Aleksandr Lukashenko noted: “First of all, I'd like to thank my colleague, the president of Russia for the reception our delegation enjoyed and for the extremely honest, open, and constructive nature of our today's meeting.”

Yet Aleksandr Lukashenko pointed out that a platform for further progress had been created. “Thanks to this we will continue securing social safeguards and incrementally raising the welfare of Belarusians and Russians,” he stated.

The offline meeting gathered international partners, representatives of government agencies and organizations, top government officials from Minsk and the regions, representatives of the parliament and public associations.

The establishment of the combat training center is supposed to improve professional training, let students examine samples of new hardware, which may enter service with the Belarusian army soon, and improve practical skills of Belarusian and Russian ...

Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Belarus, First Deputy Defense Minister Viktor Gulevich said: “Belarus together with its strategic ally – Russia – is intent on reducing confrontation in Eastern Europe by pursuing a peace-loving...

BelTA reported earlier that 28 Union State programs prepared by the governments of the two countries represent the key topic of the negotiations. Other pressing matters on the bilateral agenda and international problems are also in the center of atte...

"Apparently, the experts really reached agreements in some key areas. We need to compare notes, close the chapter on some issues and give an opportunity to the governments to finalize some of these agreements in the very near future," Vladimir Putin...

"What we hope to agree on today is not connected with any current political trends in our countries or with the political calendar in the run-up to the parliamentary elections in Russia. This is our current, long-standing joint work of many years," ...

Aleksandr Lukashenko noted: “I think we will work well. We may have less work left to do than during our previous meetings. Those lasted for a very long time. As long as five hours and even eight hours. Because back then we had to work like bulldoz...

The international conference to mark the 30th anniversary of the state independence of the Republic of Tajikistan and the 25th anniversary of the diplomatic relations between the Republic of Tajikistan and the Republic of Belarus was held at the CIS ...

The diplomatic mission noted that the passenger vehicles have been assembled on the basis of the Belarusian body MAZ-203T at the Polytechnoservice assembly plant in Brovary, Kiev Oblast.

In January-August 2021, Belarusian Universal Commodity Exchange registered more than 8,000 transactions in agricultural products for a total of Br926 million. The number of transactions increased by 80% year-on-year, and their amount - by 54%.

Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko arrived in the Kremlin for talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The heads of state are set to review 28 Union State programs and consider other issues on the bilateral and international agenda.

Belarus intends to develop cooperation with Russia in nuclear energy, Belarusian Prime Minister Roman Golovchenko said as he met with Director General of the Russian state nuclear industry corporation Rosatom Aleksei Likhachev in Minsk on 9 September...

Aleksei Likhachev said: “At present the second unit is 87% ready. We are routinely moving towards the end of its construction. Just like in the course of construction of the first unit we are stepping up manufacturing cooperation and the effectiven...

The Armenian delegation arrived at the invitation of the Belarusian colleagues in the run-up to the tenth anniversary of the Investigative Committee.

Participants of the session discussed the situation in the Central Asia region among other things. Deputy Prime Minister of Russia, Chairman of the CSTO Interstate Commission for Military Technology Cooperation Yuri Borisov spoke about these matters.

On 9 September, the Dreamland amusement park hosted the Wings of Happiness holiday for children with special needs, hearing and speech impairments and other children in need of support.

The nationwide coronavirus tally now stands at 497,420 cases. A total of 488,341 patients previously diagnosed with COVID-19 have recovered in Belarus.

A delegation of the Women's Union of Russia is set to visit Belarus on 29 September-2 October at the invitation of the Belarusian Union of Women, BelTA learned from member of the Presidium of the Belarusian Union of Women, head of the representative ...

The Symbol of Unity motor rally, celebrating Year of People's Unity, has arrived in Mogilev and Mogilev District.

The 16th international festival Slavonic Literature Dozhinki kicked off in Gomel District on 9 September.

The international conference “Protection from Emergencies: Innovations and Prospects of Additional Adult Education”, dedicated to the 25th anniversary of the Institute of Further Training of the University of Civil Protection of the Emergencies M...

Minsk welcomed a Bombardier CRJ 200 with a water salute. The crew and passengers were treated to a traditional welcome of bread and salt," the airport said.

Welcoming the emphasis of the Austrian FSC Chairpersonship on the traditional agenda, the Permanent Representative of Belarus to the OSCE Andrei Dapkiunas noted that the conventional arms control continues to be a connective tissue binding the pan-E...

“As you know, threats can be related to the infiltration of terrorist groups into our countries under various guises, including under the guise of refugees. These matters require relevant training, the reinforcement of our borders. We have sufficie...

BelTA understands that Belneftekhim has suspended oil pumping towards Budkowice and Fenyeslitke. The oil pipeline system Druzhba has been switched to reverse mode due to the need to pump a batch of oil via the Odessa-Brody pipeline into Belarus.

According to the vice-speaker, the meeting is a good opportunity to take stock of the work of the national architecture for achieving the SDGs and to outline plans for the future.

The Made in Belarus exposition will feature 11 Belarusian manufacturers that will exhibit the best latest products adapted to the preferences and needs of Armenian consumers.

The official said: “Judging by the practice, observers are most interested in the focus and content of the forthcoming military exercise. The military and political situation in the world as a whole and in the European region in particular is fraug...

According to him, today's meeting between the presidents of Belarus and Russia is a long-awaited event for all those who advocate closer ties between the fraternal East Slavic peoples.

The flag of the exercise and state flags of the participating states were hoisted on the parade ground of the field camp in presence of the exercise staff and all the military personnel.

Belarusian Minister of Foreign Affairs Vladimir Makei has met with Apostolic Nuncio to the Republic of Belarus, Archbishop Ante Jozic to discuss issues on the bilateral agenda.

Taking into account their traditional European vector, these emerging risks directly affect the interests of Belarus and require the national security system to take appropriate preventive measures.

The heads of state will once again review 28 Union State programs prepared by the governments of the two countries, and also consider other issues on the bilateral and international agenda.

“There is a fear there that Belarus and Russia will be strong. The formula is simple: a union with Russia strengthens the sovereignty and statehood of Belarus and strengthens the Russian Federation,” said Oleg Gaidukevich.

The heads of state will once again discuss 28 Union State programs prepared by the governments of the two countries, and also other issues on the bilateral agenda and international affairs.

Sambo judoka Anastasia Grishchenko claimed gold in the +80kg category. Her teammate Anastasia Skvortsova (72kg) took silver.

The head of state remarked that over a quarter of a century this forum has been strengthening unity in the Belarusian creative community and enhancing international cooperation.

The meeting of the two leaders was announced more than a week ago. The date was agreed during a telephone conversation on 30 August. It was reported that Aleksandr Lukashenko and Vladimir Putin would once again discuss 28 Union State programs, prepar...

“Over the years of sovereignty thanks to your wise and balanced policy Tajikistan managed to ensure peace and accord in the society, build a modern, future-oriented state holding a decent place on the global arena,” the message of greetings reads...

On 8 September Belarusian and Russian scouts boarded An-2 aircraft to perform airborne insertion followed by reconnaissance in an unknown area and infiltration of the target zone.

The officer said: “We are studying the Belarusian experience regarding the organization of protection of facilities, installation of technical solutions, the organization of official activities in security service units."

Belarus warned about its decision to suspend the readmission agreement with the European Union a long time ago after another package of sanctions against the country was enforced.

The events will be hosted by the Belarusian State Medical University. The forum will bring together specialists from Belarus, Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Lithuania, Canada, Argentina and other countries.

Flights will be operated once a week on Thursdays. Departure from Minsk is scheduled for 4.55, arrival at Ras al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) - 11.25. Return flight will depart at 12.25 and arrive in the Belarusian capital at 17.10. All airpo...

Anatoly Glaz stressed that unlike the European side, which representatives declare a state of emergency to hide their illegal actions from the general public, Belarus honors all its international commitments and acts as transparently as possible.

School students will compete in 14 sports. Belarus will be represented by 26 athletes in four sports: athletics, judo, swimming and taekwondo.

On the first day of the forum, President of the Belarusian NOC Viktor Lukashenko, Belarusian Sport and Tourism Minister Sergei Kovalchuk, Secretary General of the Belarusian NOC Polina Golovina participated in the plenary session "Sport-2030. The Pa...

Belarus will not put up with groundless actions that violate the foundations of international law, no matter from whom they come, Ekaterina Serafinovich, a member of the Council of the Republic, told BelTA while commenting on the president's decision...

The preparations for the event were discussed at a meeting of the Belarusian public organization Twin Towns. The upcoming meeting will be themed around "Twinning as an important tool to strengthen the Union State of Belarus and Russia and the unity ...

Roman Golovchenko said: “Last year was rather problematic for passenger transportation. Transportation between Belarus and Russia was limited from April 2020 till February 2021. A gradual recovery began in February. An important project was impleme...

Those are the status, principles of formation, and competences of the Belarusian People's Congress; the presence of capital punishment in Belarusian criminal laws; the right of worker collectives to nominate candidates for people's deputies.

"In his speech, Andrei Andreev hailed the growing role of the SCO in addressing pressing issues of security and socio-economic development in the region," the Consulate General said.

About 90 museums out of 115 in Belarus are accessible to people with disabilities, Belarusian Deputy Prime Minister Igor Petrishenko said at a meeting of the national interdepartmental council on disability affairs.

The nationwide coronavirus tally now stands at 495,578 cases. A total of 486,734 patients previously diagnosed with COVID-19 have recovered in Belarus.

Belarus placed atop of the medal table at the World Youth Draughts-64 Championship in Bulgaria claiming 15 gold, 15 silver and nine bronze medals.

Captain of the Belarusian team Aleksandr Vasilevsky has chosen young players, who will play at such a high level for the first time. The squad includes 20-year-old Alexander Zgirovsky (ranked 1,138 by the ATP), 21-year-old Martin Borisiouk (1,325) an...

The agreement stipulates the procedure for transferring, accepting, and returning the individuals, who violate terms of entry, stay, and residence. Belarus' corresponding obligations will be put on hold soon.

Registration for Belarus' biggest marathon is almost complete. There are only a few slots left for those who want to try themselves at the 10km distance.

"The cargo includes Belarusian-made goods: medicines, sugar, transformers, and also chassis, trucks, a concrete mixer truck, a dump truck and a MAZ truck tractor," the ministry said.

The commemorative coin to mark the centenary of Belarusian State University was presented in a ceremony in the Minsk Town Hall on 8 September.

The Minsk World multifunctional complex is a great place to live, work and invest! Property owners and tenants get a unique opportunity to enjoy the European-level comfort every day.

Yelena Bogdan said: “We will begin the test operation of our platform on 14 September. It will last till March. The basic institutions where all the procedures will be tested have been chosen. Then we will have to transition to the actual deploymen...

Restrictions are successfully removed on government procurement markets of the union and new opportunities for industrial enterprises to grow open up with assistance of the Belarusian Antimonopoly Regulation and Trade Ministry and other authorized ag...

Belarus will take part in the Novi Sad International Agricultural Fair 2021, which will open in Serbia on 18 September, BelTA learned from the website of the Belinterexpo exhibition enterprise at the Belarusian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

According to the source, for no good reason the Office of the Prosecutor General of Latvia refers to article 17 of the Belarusian-Latvian agreement on legal aid and legal relations in civil cases, family cases, and criminal cases of 21 February 1994 ...

The official said: “I can officially confirm that the Russian Federation actively assists us. We've received responses from heads of all the government agencies concerned. Responsible officials have been determined. We are now getting information f...

In his words, “these states do not hide the fact that they have covered up living Nazi criminals. They have refused to conduct investigation into the crimes committed by the punitive SS battalions consisting of Lithuanians and Latvians.”

Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko met with Chairman of Kazakhstan's National Security Committee Karim Massimov to discuss the prospects for the development of cooperation between the special services of the two countries.

Tomorrow I will meet with the Russian president. It is clear that we will discuss the situation in the Eurasian Economic Union, and especially in Afghanistan, the impact of the Afghanistan factor on Central Asia, Russia. Obviously, Belarus will not s...

The Council comprises the CIS culture ministers (deputies) who will participate in the meeting online. The session will be held at the National Library of Belarus on 15 September.

Piotr Petrovsky believes that the frequent meetings of the two presidents over the past two years show that both countries want to overcome the technological gap with their main competitors.