Belarus and Russia can build such an architecture of relations others will envy, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.

The bill was drafted by the House of Representatives and the Council of the Republic of the National Assembly in accordance with paragraph 8 of the plan of measures to bring laws into line with the amendments and additions to the Constitution of the ...

The 9th Forum of Regions of Belarus and Russia “The role of interregional cooperation in deepening the integration processes of the Union State kicked off in Grodno on 30 June.

“Every year on 3 July we emphasize that independence is the greatest asset of any nation, including the Belarusians. And we will cherish it, we will fight for it the way our heroic ancestors did. There is simply no other way for us,” the presiden...

“Each Forum of Regions of Belarus and Russia is an important and much anticipated event. This is a real platform to promote friendly relations between our states; it is also a powerful tool to build long-term contacts,” Oleg Dyachenko said.

According to the State Border Committee, three of them came to Belarus from the Ukrainian territory, 195 entered Belarus from Poland, 29 from Lithuania and 10 from Latvia.

As of 30 June, Vitebsk Oblast agricultural workers cut down first grass on 72.6% of the targeted area. Progress was at 99.8% in Grodno Oblast. Mogilev Oblast, Brest Oblast, Minsk Oblast and Gomel Oblast fulfilled the first cutting target.

Russia's Leningrad Oblast would like to study Brest's best practices in municipal waste management, Deputy Director General of Brest Municipal Housing and Communal Services Sergei Zhukov told a BelTA correspondent.

Belarusian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Evgeny Shestakov held consultations with Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Sergey Ryabkov in Moscow on 29 June.

The 9th Forum of Regions of Belarus and Russia “The role of interregional cooperation in deepening the integration processes of the Union State is opening in Grodno on 30 June.

The Belarus practice will therefore also continue to serve clients separately from the EY network, with its main lines of business remaining the same: assurance, consulting, strategy and transactions, and tax and legal.

Aleksandr Dragun said: “Asian countries, including China, are ready to buy all the shipments of reclaimed wood, which we used to ship to the European Union. They are ready to take the entire volume of sawn timber. The logistic difficulties are undo...

The report contains information about the state policy in the sphere of management of spent fuel and radioactive waste in Belarus, practical measures on implementing the policy, including the formation of the relevant legal base, personnel training, ...

The Belarusian State Institute for Standardization and Certification (BelGISS) will assist Uzbekistan's OOO TEXNOPARK with setting up an energy efficiency testing laboratory, the press service of of the Belarusian State Committee for Standardization ...

Grodno Oblast would like to increase supplies of agricultural machinery to Lipetsk Oblast, Grodno Oblast Deputy Governor Vitaly Nevera told BelTA after his meeting with First Deputy Head of the Lipetsk Oblast Administration Alexander Ryabchenko.

In accordance with the new procedure the Finance Ministry is going to transfer the sums payable in Belarusian rubles to special accounts in Belarusbank. Citibank has been granted access to the sums and can receive them in accordance with eurobond iss...

More than 20 Belarusian enterprises have been certified to manufacture halal products, Chairman of the Belarusian State Committee for Standardization Valentin Tataritsky told reporters in Brest on 29 June.

The centers will operate at Yanka Kupala Grodno State University and Grodno State Agrarian University.

According to Yuri Ambrazevich, Belarus counts on the assistance of Polish public activists, environmental organizations and Polish citizens.

Belarus will cooperate with Russia's Tomsk Oblast in the field of agriculture and environmental conservation. This matter was discussed at the third meeting of the working group on cooperation between Belarus and Tomsk Oblast, BelTA has learned.

Director of the National Center for Marketing Nikolai Borisevich met with Ambassador of Indonesia to Russia and concurrently to Belarus Jose Antonio Morato Tavares in Moscow.

Dmitry Yaroshevich visited the Dobrush paper factory Geroy Truda branch of the holding company Belorusskie Oboi. The official met with the management and workers of the branch and took part in the discussion of the matters the collective was worried ...

Last year, more than 2 million cubic meters of timber was sold abroad via BUCE, with about 90% of it bound for the EU countries and the UK. Of course, it is not possible to redirect this volume to other markets overnight. At the same time, thanks to ...

"From 29 June to 1 July, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will be in Minsk on a working visit," Maria Zakharova said.

The EAEU deputy prime ministers will consider the preparation of an international agreement on a common gas market and regulation of a temporary procedure to confirm compliance with the union's technical regulations in respect of e-commerce goods.

As of 29 June, Vitebsk Oblast agricultural workers cut down first grass on 69.6% of the targeted area. Progress was at 98.7% in Grodno Oblast and 98.6% in Mogilev Oblast. Brest Oblast, Minsk Oblast and Gomel Oblast fulfilled the first cutting target.

The Western clearing system cannot guarantee full and timely payments to the eurobond holders. Meanwhile, Belarus can because it has sufficient resources to make payments on the state debt.

Belarus' Finance Minister Yuri Seliverstov explained why Belarus decided to handle payments on Eurobonds in Belarusian rubles as he talked to journalists on 29 June.

"When we see behavior that clearly deviates from international principles, from the obligations that countries have undertaken under international treaties, we cannot remain silent,” Chairman of the Standing Commission on International Affairs of t...

Belarusian checkpoints continue operating in a routine mode.

The KHL two-time champion trained in Belarus last summer and also in February 2022.

The Brest Oblast delegation, which will include representatives of the business community and authorities, will be headed by Brest Oblast Governor Yuri Shuleiko and Chairman of the Brest Oblast Council of Deputies Yuri Narkevich.

The list of banned goods includes pigs, cattle meat, pork, some by-products, salted brined, dried or smoked meat, food flour from meat or meat by-products, milk and dairy products (with some exceptions), vegetables, and other goods.

“Debt obligations under sovereign securities floated on international financial markets will be honored in Belarusian rubles at the rate of the country's National Bank as of the date of payment,” the Belarusian government said.

The exercise focuses on managing army units and brigade units in the course of a defensive operation. It will evaluate readiness of staffs and improve their cohesion. It will allow commanding officers to improve their ability to organize a defensive ...

The official said: “Thanks to those, who are sitting in the first ranks in this hall, we live today, our state exists, and we have an opportunity to celebrate this holiday. We can only imagine what they had to go through, how they went to attack gu...

Belarus had to deal with a refugee crisis in 2021 when more than 3,500 migrants from the Middle East were trying to cross the Polish border in Belarus, and the country did well, Colonel Aleksei Begun, Head of the Citizenship and Migration Department ...

The agreement was signed by Chairman of the Belarusian Dinamo Igor Oberemko and Chairman of the Russian Dynamo Anatoly Gulevsky in the headquarters of the National Olympic Committee of Belarus.

According to the head of state, every generation goes through trials: some went through revolutions, while the parents of the graduates, as well as the president, went through the turbulent 1990s.

Aleksandr Lukashenko remarked: “Love for the native land, careful treatment of traditions and historic memory will secure not only the preservation of the nation but the enhancement of the role and the voice of our Belarus in the global internation...

For Belarus it is important to integrate into a new model whatever way the world goes, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at the National Ball of University Graduates.

Attending the ball were 230 graduates of Belarusian universities. This time the ball celebrated the Belarusian history and culture.

Chairwoman of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of Russia Valentina Matviyenko met with the participants of the Belarusian-Russian military-patriotic project The Memory Train on 28 June.

The protocol was signed in Tehran and provides for the extension of the interim agreement for three years (until 27 October 2025) or until a full-fledged agreement enter into force.

Evgeny Shestakov said: “Realizing the stance outlined by the head of state and government, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is actively organizing the promotion of our trade and economic interests to remote markets. Certainly, the term covers virtua...

According to First Vice President of the Russian Ice Hockey Federation and head coach of SKA St Petersburg Roman Rotenberg, the Channel One Cup in December will feature the Russian team, a national team of young Russian players under 25 and also team...

BUCE and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Samara Oblast signed an agreement on cooperation during the official visit of a delegation of the Russian region to Belarus on 27 June. The document was signed by Eduard Belsky, First Deputy Chairman o...

The list includes a total of 870 natural persons.

Belarus is determined to advance from simple trade with Latin America to the establishment of joint ventures and assembly factories, Belarus' Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Evgeny Shestakov said at the Belarus-Latin America forum.

Belarus' trade with Latin America has been growing steadily but still does not fully correspond to the real capabilities of the parties, Belarusian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Evgeny Shestakov said at the Belarus-Latin America Forum at the Bus...

“Belarus attaches special importance to the development of a fruitful dialogue with Latin American and Caribbean countries and is ready to strengthen cooperation in all areas,” Evgeny Shestakov said.

As of 28 June as part of the first cutting farmers cut down grass on 66.5% of the targeted area in Vitebsk Oblast, 97.7% in Grodno Oblast, and 96.9% in Mogilev Oblast. Brest Oblast, Gomel Oblast, and Minsk Oblast have already hit the first grass cutt...

There are already clusters in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, petrochemistry, instrumentation and electrical engineering, and IT. Among those emerging, we associate great hopes with projects for smart production technologies, in mechanical engineerin...

“The diplomats discussed the entire range of bilateral relations with an emphasis on trade and economic cooperation and the expansion of the legal framework,” the Belarusian diplomatic mission noted.

“I have been chairing the CIS Executive Committee for many years, and statements about the possible withdrawal of this or that state are heard regularly. They are voiced by public figures, MPs, journalists and so on. Officially, no one of Moldova's...

There are too many inconsistencies in the situation with the shopping center in Kremenchug. This is exactly what the Kiev regime needs: to keep focus on Ukraine ahead of the NATO summit, the diplomat noted.

“The agenda of the CIS Heads of State Council meeting might include eight issues, and the CIS Ministerial Council meeting 17 issues. Yet, I want to say right away that this agenda is tentative. Work on the agenda continues,” Sergei Lebedev said.

The CIS member states have stepped up cooperation in the manufacturing industry, energy and transport, Chairman of the CIS Executive Committee - CIS Executive Secretary Sergei Lebedev told reporters.

Belarusian checkpoints continue operating in a routine mode, the State Border Committee added.

Oleg Gaidukevich emphasized that Ukraine lost so much of its sovereignty that it cannot stop the conflict on its own territory. “If Zelensky wants to negotiate tomorrow, they won't let him do it. This is a loss of sovereignty. Yet, we are the one t...

The document allows exporters to conclude contracts with resident and non-resident freight forwarding companies without holding a competition (tender).

On 27 June Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko signed a decree to award 75 Belarusians from various walks of life, BelTA learned from the press service of the Belarusian leader.

The convention was signed under the aegis of the International Atomic Energy Agency in 1997. Its parties are 87 countries and Euratom. Belarus has been party to the convention since 24 February 2003 and takes part in all the review meetings.

According to Aleksandr Volfovich, the head of state wants the Emergencies Ministry to contribute to law and order enforcement. “Certainly, the main task of the Emergencies Ministry is to deal with consequences of man-caused emergencies, put out fir...

– Brest is set to host the Belarusian Open Swimming Cup on 29 June-2 July, spokesperson for the Belarusian Swimming Federation Yekaterina Romanovskaya told BelTA.

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Belarus to the Republic of Uzbekistan Leonid Marinich took part in the solemn ceremony of presenting diplomas to the first graduates of the Uzbekistan-Belarus faculty Innovative Pedagogy...

"For eight weeks since 15 April, 88,649 foreign citizens took advantage of the opportunity to visit Belarus without a visa. Among them there were 58,697 citizens of Lithuania, 7,593 aliens and 22,359 citizens of Latvia.

Belarus' Prime Minister Roman Golovchenko outlined Belarus-Samara Oblast cooperation prospects as he met with Samara Oblast Governor Dmitry Azarov.

It is important for Belarus to advance business ties and expand the areas of bilateral cooperation with Russian regions, Belarusian First Deputy Economy Minister Yuri Chebotar said during a working trip to Kazan, Russia.

"In Caracas, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro took part in a solemn ceremony to commission two new houses for 120 apartments built by Belarusian companies," the embassy said. "

The Belarusian economy has managed to handle the existing challenges; the economic slowdown will be reversed, First Deputy Director General of the China-Belarus Industrial Park Great Stone Development Company Kirill Koroteyev told reporters.

Belarus' GDP contracted by 3.4% in January-May. "The economy has slowed, but it was expected. Now foreign economic activity is undergoing a deep transformation. A slow down was necessary to redirect trade flows. We expect the trend to change in H2," ...

“If the West wanted to, it would have made Kiev sit down at the negotiating table and reach peace agreements. They had absolutely other goals, other tasks. That is obvious to everyone today,” Valentina Matviyenko said.

-Samara Oblast counts on the assistance of Belarus in solving the problems of the Russian automotive giant AvtoVAZ and its return to rhythmic work, Governor Dmitry Azarov said during a meeting with Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko.

All agreements and contracts with Russian partners should be executed without delay, Aleksandr Lukashenko said addressing the Belarusian officials. “This is very important for our economy," he stressed.

First of all, the Russian governor thanked the Belarusian head of state for the opportunity to meet: “It is a great honor for us and, of course, we have a huge responsibility to implement the tasks set by President Putin and you, Mr Lukashenko, to ...

Aleksandr Lukashenko said Belarus is ready to substantially increase shipments of cutting-edge automobiles, agricultural machines, road construction machines, and municipal vehicles. He drew attention to timber-harvesting machines, which production B...

A wreath was laid at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier near the Kremlin Wall in Moscow on behalf of the Belarusian Embassy on 27 June on the occasion of the 78th anniversary of Belarus' liberation from Nazi invaders and Belarus' Independence Day.

According to Aleksandr Lukashenko, the topic of import substitution was discussed in detail during his recent talks with the Russian leader. "This is the number one question. We agreed to keep this process under tight control," the head of state sai...

"We are pleased that our products and services are fully in demand in the Russian market. Today, the question is no longer how to sell, as it was before," Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said.

The president said Belarus was ready to significantly increase the supplies of the most modern automotive, agricultural, road construction, municipal and logging equipment to Russia.

“Your nation is not just close to us. You are our kin. You have come to your Belarus. It will be this way forever. The events of recent years and days once again show that we need to stand united, we have nothing to quarrel over. As soon as we star...

Special attention during the talks between BUCE and AEEX was paid to the prospects of participation of suppliers from China in the bidding on the import substitution exchange platform.

The Belarusian currently holds 4,046 points. Victoria Azarenka is 20th with 2,086 points, Aliaksandra Sasnovich - 35th with 1,411 points.

Belarus continues providing all necessary assistance to Ukrainian nationals.

“It is even strange to hear such a thing. Believe me, we do not need to worry about anything like that in the near future,” said Belarusian Agriculture and Food Minister Igor Brylo.

The political scientist said that Belarus is important for Russia from the point of view of food security.

“The Forum of Regions is gaining momentum every year. This year the forum envisages in-person participation. The forum was held online in the previous two years due to the COVID-19 epidemic. We are looking forward to this forum to meet our friends ...

The meeting covered a lot of topics starting with logistics and economic cooperation and ending with responses to threats to military security and interaction within the framework of international organizations.

“We will talk about the entire range of matters relating to the development of infrastructure, trade, to the realization of major projects,” the Russian head of state identified the economic matters that would be discussed.

“I mean the companies from unfriendly countries that used to supply products to us, to Russia and Belarus… We will be able to make our own products during this year and the next one,” the head of state added.

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “I've been to Bronka where we intend to build the Belarusian port. Thank you for support. You've approved that construction project. I looked around. I was very pleased to see what Kronshtadt is. To encounter it face to f...

It was noted that Belarus-Russia trade rose by more than a third in 2021 to over $38 billion. Growth continued in January-April 2022, with the growth rate hitting 110%, Aleksandr Lukashenko specified.

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “This forum is organized by parliamentarians – the upper chambers of the Belarusian parliament and the Russian one. They organize things well and will organize a very good forum in Grodno.”

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “I'd like to talk to you about the Shanghai Cooperation Organization where we are observers. We may consult, you may back the upgrade of our status. A lot of time has passed. I think we will come in handy over there.”

"They can fire ballistic and cruise missiles with conventional and nuclear warheads,” Vladimir Putin added. He suggested instructing the defense ministers and the chiefs of the general staffs of Belarus and Russia to work out all the relevant detai...

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “We are very stressed by the situation and the policy our neighbors pursue. Broadly speaking, you know it. I am talking about the leadership of Poland and the leadership of Lithuania. A policy in favor of confrontation. A...

Aleksandr Lukashenko noted Lithuania acts in a similar manner. “The flow of information regarding their intention to stop transit from Russia to Kaliningrad via Belarus, to isolate Kaliningrad is increasing. Listen, it is tantamount to the declarat...

Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “We are very concerned about training flights of USA and NATO aircraft, which are training to carry nuclear warheads. It is very stress-inducing for us. This is why I ask you to consider a tit-for-tat response to these th...