“Electric transport has been determined as one of the priorities for the nearest term,” the minister stressed.

“According to the National Statistical Committee, China became Belarus' second biggest trading partner by the end of 2020. Russia retained the first spot,” the statement reads.

Belarus and the UAE have discussed a possibility to accredit Belarusian companies that want to ship their products to the United Arab Emirates.

Budpragras 2021, the annual international construction exhibition, will be held in Minsk on 14-19 September, BelTA learned from the website of the Union of Builders of Belarus.

The meeting of the presidents of Belarus and Russia reaffirmed the strategic nature of the bilateral relations, Andrei Rusakovich, Deputy Chairman of the International Affairs and National Security Commission of the Council of the Republic of the Nat...

Good relations between the presidents of Belarus and Russia give hope that bilateral trade will be more balanced, Professor at Belarusian State University Mikhail Kovalev told the SB. Belarus Segodnya newspaper.

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Belarus to Iran Yuri Lazarchik met with head of the Islamic Council working group on cooperation with the National Assembly of Belarus Aboulfazl Amui.

Belarus' World No. 83 Egor Gerasimov was off to a good start in Montpellier as he defeated Andy Murray (World No. 121) of the UK 7-6(8), 6-1 to reach the second round of the Open Sud de France.

The list of staple goods features 62 items, including rice, flour, semolina, buckwheat, oatmeal, barley, bread, beef, pork, chicken, some types of sausages, fish, milk, kefir, sour cream, cottage cheese, some fruits and vegetables, sugar, soap, toile...

Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko has sent greetings to the people of Estonia as the country celebrates a national holiday, BelTA learned from the press service of the Belarusian leader.

Despite frosty weather the specialists have managed to keep working fast in the course of completing construction and installation work and preparing the complex for commissioning. Provided additional measures are implemented, the installation of pip...

Chairman of the State Authority for Military Industry of Belarus Dmitry Pantus met with UAE Deputy Defense Minister Mattar Salem Ali Al Dhaheri. The good level of achieved interaction was noted as well as the existing potential and ways to further st...

“It has to start not in school but in families. The role of parents in instilling patriotic qualities in their children, love for their motherland, for the place they were born in, for the history of their family should be increased,” the officia...

On 23 February the Timoshenko Shooting Center hosted a shooting competition among Belarus' law enforcement, army and security personnel.

Members of the National Assembly's working group on cooperation with the Austrian Parliament headed by MP Valery Voronetsky held an online meeting with members of the parliamentary group "Austria - Ukraine, Moldova, Belarus" at the Austrian parliamen...

The Belarusian government has approved the state program "Environmental Protection and Sustainable Use of Natural Resources" for 2021-2025.

“The parties discussed the state and prospects of cooperation between Belarus and UNDP, including the implementation of national development priorities, as well as ways to step up joint efforts to minimize the aftermath of the coronavirus pandemic ...

The Bisons have finally settled into the top eight in the Western Conference and are now out of reach of other contenders.

Lead Clinician for Infectious Diseases (non-staff) of the Healthcare Ministry, Doctor of Medicine, Professor, Head of the Infectious Diseases Faculty of Belarusian State Medical University Igor Karpov has received Russia's Sputnik V coronavirus vacc...

According to Vladimir Makei, Belarusians can state with pride that their cities are some of the world's safest ones, that all the citizens in the country are granted employment opportunities, the right to pensions, to free education, and to one of th...

There is no reason why Belarus gets all the attention on the topic of human rights, except for the sole purpose of exerting political pressure on the legitimate government, Belarusian Minister of Foreign Affairs Vladimir Makei said as he addressed th...

Vladimir Makei noted that the fundamental and internationally recognized UN documents in the field of human rights protection and promotion call on nations to strive to expand international cooperation and dialogue based on mutual respect and underst...

Nikolai Shchekin believes that Belarus has become practically the only country in the world that managed to maintain its statehood amid the tough geopolitical confrontation between the West and the rest of humanity.

The nationwide coronavirus tally now stands at 280,428 cases. A total of 270,289 patients previously diagnosed with COVID-19 have recovered in Belarus.

According to the source, the key topics Aleksandr Lukashenko and Vladimir Putin have discussed included the operation of the tax system, manufacturing cooperation in defense industry, the reinforcement of the joint defense systems, and the work of ma...

The next mission of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will asses physical protection of the Belarusian nuclear power plant (BelNPP), Aleksandr Dokuchayev, Deputy Head of the Nuclear and Radiation Safety Department of the Belarusian Emerge...

In his words, such meetings offer an opportunity to take a step away from protocol events in order to discuss pressing issues in an informal setting. As a rule, protocol events are accompanied by reporters, representatives of the ministries of foreig...

Apartments in Cannes and Monaco are more affordable than it might seem, especially when these apartments are located in the eponymous houses in the Mediterranean quarter of the Minsk World multifunctional complex.

The money will be spent on creating an additional energy capacity, building a water supply facility and railway lines in sector No.1 Zhurzhevo in Vitebsk's outskirt. The development of the engineering and transport infrastructure will allow raising a...

Fog, snow and ice on roads...Winter is not going to give its positions up yet.

Representatives of the State Secretariat of the Security Council of Belarus led by State Secretary Aleksandr Volfovich laid flowers at the Victory Memorial in Minsk on 23 February to mark the Fatherland Defenders and Armed Forces Day.

Welcoming Aleksandr Lukashenko to Krasnaya Polyana, Vladimir Putin noted that face-to-face meetings have become a rare thing recently. Therefore, according to the Russian president, they carry a special importance.

The minister added that the level of income in 2020 increased by 4%, wages - by 8%.

Flowers were laid to the mass grave of Soviet soldiers and partisans who died during the Great Patriotic War.

Belarus managed to keep its economy up and running throughout 2020, Prime Minister Roman Golovchenko said at the meeting of the Council of Ministers.

“Dealing with the solution of current issues, we must not lose sight of the main vectors laid down for the new five-year plan,” Belarus' Prime Minister Roman Golovchenko said.

The main markets were Germany, Latvia, and Lithuania. Companies from these countries purchased Belarusian sawn timber for the total amount of $24.4 million.

In the round of Last 16 they saw off the Indian-Slovak duo of Divij Sharan and Igor Zelenay 7-5, 6-3.

Heads of foreign delegations praised the products of the Belarusian military-industrial complex at IDEX 2021 expo in Abu Dhabi, official representative of the State Authority for Military Industry of the Republic of Belarus Vladimir Lavrenyuk told Be...

"The economy in general grew by more than 1%. Industry, especially the key industries (oil, potash fertilizers, and wood processing), had a special impact here,” said Economy Minister Aleksandr Chervyakov.

The head of state expressed confidence that Minsk and Tokyo will continue doing their best to develop productive dialogue relying on trust and understanding.

Aleksandr Lukashenko emphasized that it is a truly nationwide holiday which unites many generations of Belarusians in the selfless service to the Homeland.

The exposition features Belarusian meat products, dairy products, groceries, confectionery, poultry meat products, and products made of eggs. All the products on display are certified for compliance with ISO and Halal standards.

Despite the business restrictions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic the companies managed to increase earnings from sales by nearly 2% to about Br2 billion. Profit from sales rose by 34.6% to Br176.2 million, with net profit exceeding Br92 million.

The basket contained primarily meat products and cheeses made by various Belarusian companies. Judging by the labels the choice included jamon and parmesan cheese. Although there are more traditional Belarusian foods such as bacon.

Belavia will not fly to Ashgabat till 1 March, Riga till 27 March. Flights to Budapest and Almaty will be grounded till 27 March 2021, to Geneva – till 30 October 2021.

Belgospishcheprom displayed many new products.

People in uniform feel strong responsibility for the future of the country, Belarus Prime Minister Roman Golovchenko said as he addressed the military during an official event dedicated to the Fatherland Defenders and the Armed Forces Day in the Pala...

“This year the holiday is filled with special meaning. The Fatherland Defenders of the and the Armed Forces Day is celebrated by every family today. This unites us, and this is especially true in the Year of People's Unity. Concepts such as defense...

HC Dinamo Minsk secured an overtime win against HC Traktor Chelyabinsk 3-2 in the KHL regular-season match on 20 February.

According to the Pul Pervogo, the main part of the talks between the two leaders lasted for almost an hour. After skiing the presidents will have dinner together. Dmitry Medvedev is expected to join them.

In order to control the safe operation of the Belarusian nuclear power plant Gosatomnadzor has set up a center that takes care of informational, analytical, software, and technical support for regulatory activities. This center receives technical dat...

The parties discussed cooperation to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals in Belarus, the priority of green economy and the potential of cooperation in the achievement of the SDGs in regions hit by the Chernobyl disaster.

According to Aleksandr Lukashenko, the production will be launched in Belarus in early March.

Russian President Vladimir Putin invited Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko to go skiing in Krasnaya Polyana as the two presidents held talks on 22 February.

Vladimir Putin welcomed Aleksandr Lukashenko to Krasnaya Polyana, noting that personal meetings have become a rare thing recently. Therefore, according to the Russian president, they carry special importance.

The head of state said that Russia accounts for at least half of Belarus' trade, and a relatively small Belarus is the fourth major trading partner for Russia.

The first unit of the Belarusian nuclear power plant was shut down on 20 February as planned in order to carry out trials and maintenance checks in accordance with the pilot commercial operation stage program.

In 2020 international military cooperation was affected by the pandemic and the disrespect of a number of states to the will of the Belarusian people, Major General Oleg Voinov said at a briefing.

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The official said: “A commission will be set up to accept the first unit of the Belarusian nuclear power plant for operation. The prime minister will have to authorize the composition of the commission. Before that the readiness of the first unit f...

Belarus plans to host two IAEA missions in 2021, First Deputy Head of the Nuclear and Radiation Safety Department of the Belarusian Emergencies Ministry (Gosatomnadzor) Leonid Dedul told reporters at BelTA's press center on 22 February.

Apart from that, the Council of Ministers resolution approved the Gomel Oblast Executive Committee's request to extend the period of financial rehabilitation of the Gomel metal structures plant of the public joint-stock company Gomeloblstroi till 1 S...

In the +78kg weight category the Belarusian defeated Hungary's Mercedesz Szigetvari and Russia's Anzhela Gasparian. In the semifinal Maryna Slutskaya lost to France's Romane Dicko and proved stronger over Germany's Jasmin Grabowski in the bronze-meda...

“Today's meeting helped us resolve most of the contentious issues. I would like to thank the president and the prime minister for keeping this project high on their agenda, as well as the governments of the UAE and Belarus for their stewardship. Th...

Roman Golovchenko said: “The government and the city administration have been working hard on the draft presidential decree on the investment project Northern Waterfront and on the investment contract between your company and the Minsk City Executi...

The leaders of the two countries are to discuss a wide range of issues related to the Belarusian-Russian relations, joint response to emerging threats, including threats to military security, and also cooperation in the integration organizations.

The nationwide coronavirus tally now stands at 279,456 cases. A total of 269,428 patients previously diagnosed with COVID-19 have recovered in Belarus.

The air carrier will operate three flights a week between Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Minsk National Airport (MSQ) on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

At the Melbourne Park she reached the women's singles round of Last 16 and dropped one spot with a total of 4,810 points.

The government of Belarus has approved measures to implement the law on the central budget for 2021. These measures were formalized by the Council of Ministers' Resolution No. 95 as of 18 February 2021 that was officially published on the National Le...

The popular educational edition CITIUS, ALTIUS, FORTIUS - Fascinating History of the Olympic Movement has won the Art of Book competition (In the Mirror of Time nomination), BelTA learned from the press service of the National Olympic Committee (NOC)...

The parties discussed the state and prospects of Belarus-Azerbaijan relations, including cooperation in economy and humanitarian contacts.

Ambassador of Belarus to Turkey Viktor Rybak has visited Antalya and Alanya together with Belarus' honorary consuls in these cities Lacin Mirza and Fatih Akin, BelTA learned from the Belarusian embassy in Turkey.

The nationwide coronavirus tally now stands at 278,312 cases. A total of 268,530 patients previously diagnosed with COVID-19 have recovered in Belarus.

About 260 athletes in 26 sports are preparing for the Games at the final stage. As of 19 February, 74 Belarusian athletes won Tokyo Olympics berths in 16 sports in 64 disciplines. By the end of the Olympic qualifying period Belarus may secure 100-120...

Belarus is experiencing a sudden thaw

The Stalin's Line historical and cultural complex held two large-scale re-enactmens of the Rogachev operation and the Afghan war involving military equipment of those times.

The event was organized ahead of the Fatherland Defenders Day marked in Belarus on 23 February.

On 20 February, the event to launch the Safety Awareness Raising campaign was held in Victory Square in Vitebsk.

The city sports festival is held to promote healthy lifestyle and popularize physical fitness.

The 18th session of the coordination commission in charge of forming and ensuring the operation of the joint transport system of the Union State of Belarus and Russia took place in Moscow on 19 February.

Taking into account Belarus' past operations the country will be able to fish out 5,021 tonnes of cod and 1,805 tonnes of haddock in the Barents Sea as well as 100 tonnes of cod, 800 tonnes of anchovy, and 100 tonnes of Baltic herring in the Baltic S...

According to Dmitry Pinevich, it is an extremely important moment for Belarus and only the first stage in interaction with Chinese colleagues in acquiring the vaccine and possibly localizing its production.

As much as 206,000m2 of housing was commissioned for citizens on the housing register. The figure represents 46.5% of the total volume of housing commissioned and includes 145,100m2 of housing built using state support.

In 2020, the overall theater attendance in Belarus was 692,700.

Belavia will operate flights from the Belarusian capital to Dubai International Airport (DXB) twice a week: on Thursdays (departure at 19:50) and Fridays (departure at 16:15). Return flights from Dubai to Minsk National Airport will be available on W...

Andrei Sviridov has been relieved of his post as Deputy Head of the Belarus President Property Management Directorate because of his transfer to a new job.

Belarus plans to raise the rate of municipal solid waste (MSW) recycling to 64% in 2025, Belarusian Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Minister Andrei Khudyk said.

Business must stay tuned and find new niches in time, Belarus Prime Minister Roman Golovchenko said as he visited the Nepogodin Bobruisk integrated printing house.

According to Roman Golovchenko, Bobruiskagromash's overall performance is quite good. Thanks to state support the company managed to recover from a difficult situation it was in 5-6 years ago.

Silver in Tel Aviv earned 700 points to Dzmitry Minkou.

“Every year the level of pollutant emissions into the atmosphere is decreasing. Since 2015, the decrease has been 4.5%. As for our water bodies, 74.6% have a good or higher ecological status,” said Andrei Khudyk.

According to the source, the ministry's radiation monitoring network has grown larger with new stations designed to monitor air pollution, surface water pollution, and soil pollution in the Belarusian nuclear power plant area.

The leaders of the two countries are expected to discuss a wide range of issues related to the Belarusian-Russian relations, joint response to emerging threats, including to military security, and also cooperation in the integration organizations.

Aleksei Avramenko said: “We will trial these routes by exporting oil products. We are ready to discuss these matters with our colleagues later on. Not only potash fertilizers but forestry products, cargoes of the mechanical engineering industry, an...