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17.04 / 08:54
11.04 / 08:44
BelTA's photo exhibition on migrant crisis opens in Brest
BelTA's photo exhibition «The Border Between Life and Death» has opened at Brest-Tsentralny railway station, BelTA has learned. The exposition features more than a hundred pictures which reflect the pain and tragedy of the migrant crisis that broke out two years ago on the Belarusian-Polish border.
11.04 / 08:41
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Lukashenko: Belarus needs full security guarantees from Russia
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko held a meeting with Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu in Minsk on 10 April. The Russian defense minister arrived in the Belarusian capital following the recent agreements between the two heads of state, BelTA has learned. “When parting with Vladimir Vladimirovich [Putin] after our latest negotiations we agreed that you and your experts will come to Belarus and we will sit down with you to discuss the security issues of Belarus. You know that I raised this issue at the Supreme State Council meeting.
11.04 / 08:41
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Belarusian Bellakt plans to produce infant formula in Zimbabwe
Prospects for cooperation in baby nutrition were discussed in a meeting between Grodno Oblast senior officials and a delegation of Zimbabwe headed by First Lady of Zimbabwe Auxillia Mnangagwa, BelTA has learned. «We discussed various options for cooperation between Grodno Oblast and Zimbabwe. Mrs Auxillia Mnangagwa pays a lot of attention to the health of women and the organization of children's health. This means good nutrition and access to medical care.
11.04 / 08:41
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Lukashenko comments on West, import substitution
Import substitution and joint efforts for the sake of import substitution are important. Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko made the statement at a session of the Supreme State Council of the Union State of Belarus and Russia in the Kremlin on 6 April, BelTA has learned. Aleksandr Lukashenko reminded that Belarus and Russia work on import substitution, including in the sphere of microelectronics.
11.04 / 08:33
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Lukashenko meets with First Lady of Zimbabwe
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko met with First Lady of Zimbabwe Auxillia Mnangagwa in Minsk on 11 April, BelTA has learned. “Dear Mrs Auxillia Mnangagwa, as we agreed with the president, you are in Belarus today on a very important visit. I am fulfilling the request of my friend President Emmerson so that the technologies that are in demand in Zimbabwe are in your country. We are ready to help you implement several projects at the request of your country and your president to build high-tech enterprises.
11.04 / 08:33
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Belarus' foreign trade at $14.8bn in January-February 2023
In January-February 2023 Belarus' foreign trade totaled $14.8 billion which corresponds to the same period a year prior, BelTA learned from the website of the National Bank of the Republic of Belarus (NBRB). The dynamics of foreign trade testifies to the adaptation of the Belarusian economy to the new conditions and the successful reorientation of export/import flows. Positive trends were observed in foreign trade in goods: their exports went up by 5.4% in February 2023 over January 2023 and by 6.3% over February 2022 and amounted to $3.2 billion.
11.04 / 08:30
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Lukashenko comments on deployment of nuclear weapons, makes radical proposal
While talking to reporters, Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko made a few comments about the deployment of nuclear weapons, BelTA has learned. During a trip to China France President Emmanuel Macron noted that no country can deploy nuclear weapons in the territory of another country. Aleksandr Lukashenko was asked to comment on that. The Belarusian leader responded by saying: “I agree with him.
11.04 / 08:30
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Unconventional approaches suggested for Belarusian High-Tech Park
The draft legal acts on the development of the HTP suggesting unconventional approaches have been submitted for consideration of Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko. These documents were discussed at a meeting with the head of state, BelTA has learned. «I have received the draft legal acts on the development of the HTP. The approaches they suggest are unconventional.
06.04 / 04:45
A unique case of Jewish resistance and an unprecedented escape. The history of the Novogrudok Jews - in the new project of the regional prosecutor's office and the "GP" "Crime Scene"
Hitler's policy of "final solution of the Jewish question" brought fear, pain and death to the Novogrudok land. During the Great Patriotic War in 1941-1943, fascist non-humans and their accomplices destroyed more than six thousand Novogrudok Jews. But in this macabre story, there was a unique case of Jewish resistance and an unprecedented flight about which books have been written and films have been made.
03.04 / 09:05
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Lukashenko explains West's attempts to drag Belarus into war
Attempts are being made to drag Belarus into war. Western neighbors are particularly persistent at it. Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko made the statement in his Address to the nation and the parliament on 31 March, BelTA has learned. Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “War is somewhere far away: in Afghanistan, Syria, Libya. But war is already here: there is a bitter conflict over our fence and you can see what is going on inside. The things I warned you about in 2020 are happening: they tried everything back then and have approached the only option: the military one in order to break us. This is what's happening. There will always be a pretext. They are trying to drag Belarus into war. These facts cannot be concealed.”
03.04 / 08:43
Digital
Belarus' refinancing rate down to 10.5%
The National Bank of Belarus cut down the refinancing rate to 10.5% per annum on 3 April 2023, BelTA learned from the National Bank. The refinancing rate was reduced from 11% to 10.5% per annum. The interest rate on overnight loans decreased from 12% to 11.5%, with the interest rate on overnight deposits down from 10% to 9.5% per annum. The corresponding decision was adopted by the Board of the National Bank on 24 March.
03.04 / 08:43
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Lukashenko about nuclear weapons: I want to safeguard the state and ensure peace for the people
The deployment of nuclear weapons in Belarus is not about intimidation and blackmail. It is an opportunity to ensure security of the state and ensure peace for the Belarusian people. Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko made the statement in his Address to the nation and the parliament on 31 March, BelTA has learned. Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “In emerging conditions and the military and political situation around our country I've reactivated negotiations with the Russian president on the return of nuclear weapons to Belarus.
03.04 / 08:43
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Lukashenko sets import substitution targets
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko set import substitution targets as he delivered his annual Address to the Belarusian people and the National Assembly on 31 March, BelTA has learned. “Import substitution and efforts to increase the share of innovative production are the most important tasks. We should not depend on the whims of the Western political elites, which limit the freedom of a civilized business,” Aleksandr Lukashenko said. The head of state emphasized that it was a matter of national security.
03.04 / 08:43
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Belarus ready to host strategic nuclear weapons if necessary
Not only tactical but also strategic nuclear weapons will be deployed in Belarus if necessary. Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko made the statement in his Address to the nation and the parliament on 31 March, BelTA has learned. The head of state stressed that Belarus and Russia will exercise the necessary efforts and will use means at their disposal to ensure their sovereignty and independence. Thus, the Belarusian army has acquired a powerful missile system Iskander, which is unmatched in the world and can carry nuclear warheads.
03.04 / 08:43
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Belarus speaks about nuclear weapons deployment at UN Security Council meeting
Valentin Rybakov. Photo courtesy of Belarus' Ministry of Foreign Affairs
27.03 / 08:39
Lukashenko names key tasks for new appointees
On 27 March Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko gave the go-ahead to the appointment of new senior officials at the regional, municipal and district administrations, BelTA has learned. “You know all the tasks. I have spoken about this more than once,” the president said addressing the appointees.
27.03 / 08:39
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Lukashenko: 2024 political campaign will go well if Belarusians keep their cool
The 2024 political campaign will go well if Belarusians remain level-headed, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko told reporter on 22 March, BelTA informs. The head of state was asked about the political campaign that is scheduled for next year and about the public sentiments about it. “If we stay grounded, everything will be fine,” Aleksandr Lukashenko replied. According to the president, the beginning of next year will not be easy because of the election campaigns.
27.03 / 08:39
Manufacturing
Belarus introduces temporary ban on export of certain goods
The Council of Ministers' Resolution No. 192 as of 21 March 2023 has introduced a temporary ban on the export of certain types of industrial goods. The document was officially published on the National Legal Internet Portal, BelTA informs. The ban applies to gypsum, anhydrite, dental cements and other filling materials, bone cements, disinfectants, paints and varnishes based on synthetic polymers, modeling pastes, diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a substrate, filter elements (including hemodialysis membranes) for the healthcare industry, glass ampoules, glassware for laboratory, hygienic or pharmaceutical purposes.
27.03 / 08:39
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Universities of Belarus, China outline new cooperation areas
Photo courtesy of BSU
20.03 / 13:22
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Iran's ambassador: Bilateral agreements will help grow Belarus-Iran trade several times
The agreements between the heads of state will help considerably boost trade between Belarus and Iran, new Iranian Ambassador to Belarus Alireza Sanei said on the air of the ONT TV channel, BelTA informs. “The start of my diplomatic mission coincided with two important and gratifying events — the visit of the president of Belarus to Iran and the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations. This is a good sign. I hope that I will make a contribution to bilateral partnerships.
20.03 / 13:22
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Lukashenko: Cooperation with Russia's Kalmykia is gaining ground
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has met with Head of the Republic of Kalmykia of Russia Batu Khasikov, BelTA has learned. Welcoming the guest, the Belarusian head of state noted that it was great pleasure for him to see the head of the Russian region at the Palace of Independence: “We appreciate that you come to Belarus and learn more about our country. It is very important for us.” Aleksandr Lukashenko emphasized that despite the distance, Belarus and Kalmykia have common history and values. “Our ancestors jointly defended the legacy of the October Revolution, won a Great Victory in the fight against fascism, rebuilt the country from scratch showing extraordinarily hard work and dedication.
20.03 / 13:16
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Mitkovskaya: Belarusian heart surgeons are on par with world's best
Director of the National Research Center Cardiology Natalya Mitkovskaya told the STV TV channel about the achievements of Belarusian doctors, BelTA informs. “Belarusian cardiac surgeons broke into the global transplantation scene. At the moment we are among the top 10 countries of the world in this field, and we are ahead of other former Soviet nations. And this, of course, wins us a lot of respect among professionals from other countries,” said Natalya Mitkovskaya.
16.03 / 05:30
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По волнам моей памяти… Скоки. Беларусь.
Усадьба в стиле барокко имеет богатую историю. Она меняла владельцев, была школой и ставкой Верховного главнокомандующего. А теперь возродилась в виде музея.
13.03 / 14:02
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Lukashenko signs decree to recall reservist officers to active military service
The Palace of Independence is the seat of the president of the Republic of Belarus. An archive photo
13.03 / 13:26
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Belarus, Iran sign roadmap of comprehensive cooperation until 2026
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko and Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi signed a roadmap of comprehensive cooperation between the countries for 2023-2026 following the talks in Tehran, BelTA has learned. During the meeting with his Iranian counterpart, Aleksandr Lukashenko assured that Minsk will do everything necessary to implement the agreements. «You can rely on us,» the head of state stressed. The roadmap provides for comprehensive cooperation between Belarus and Iran in the political, economic, consular, scientific and technological avenues and also in education, culture, art, media and tourism. The agreement on the development of the document was reached during the meeting between Aleksandr Lukashenko and Ebrahim Raisi on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in September 2021.
13.03 / 14:02
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Belarus seeks to deepen bilateral ties with Sudan
Belarus seeks to deepen bilateral ties with Sudan, Belarusian Deputy Prime Minister Leonid Zayats said as he met with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Sudan to the Republic of Belarus Mohammed Omer Musa Ali, BelTA has learned. Sudan and Belarus have warm relations, the deputy prime minister noted. «Belarus is ready to continue cooperation with Sudan in all promising areas of activity: industry, agriculture, energy, medicine, education,» Leonid Zayats said.
13.03 / 14:02
13.03 / 13:27
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Raisi: Iran is ready to share experience of countering sanctions with Belarus
Iran is ready to share its experience of countering sanctions with Belarus, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi told the media following the talks with Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko in Tehran on 13 March, BelTA has learned. «Despite the threats and sanctions that are used against the Islamic Republic of Iran, we have been able to achieve high results and transform sanctions into opportunities. We are ready to share our experience with the friendly Belarus in this regard,» Ebrahim Raisi said.
13.03 / 13:26
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Foreign ministers of Belarus, Iran meet in Tehran
The Foreign Ministers of Belarus and Iran, Sergei Aleinik and Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, met in Tehran on the eve of the official visit of Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko to Iran, BelTA learned from the press service of the Belarusian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The top diplomats of Belarus and Iran discussed the state and dynamics of the development of bilateral relations, paying special attention to the practical implementation of Belarusian-Iranian projects. The plan of events to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the diplomatic relations was also touched upon.
13.03 / 13:26
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Lukashenko demands fair prices, warns against price hikes
There is no way prices in Belarus will spiral out of control, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at the government meeting to discuss the country's economic performance in 2022 and map out plans to address social and economic development tasks for 2023, BelTA has learned. “Of course, we pay a lot of attention to keeping inflation in check. Prices are the number one issue for people. We should never allow the kind of price hike that we saw last autumn.
13.03 / 13:26
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Minister: Second unit of BelNPP will go online by 2023 year-end
The construction of the Belarusian nuclear power plant is on the home stretch, Belarusian Energy Minister Viktor Karankevich said on the air of the Belarus 1 TV channel on 12 March, BelTA has learned. Plans are in place to launch the second unit by the end of this year. Speaking about the key tasks, the minister highlighted safety as the primary focus. «All the works and activities that need to be carried out should verify both the safety and reliability of all equipment and technological systems,» he emphasized.
07.03 / 22:27
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Фреска с фигурой графини Замойской – в интерьере одного из самых необычных музеев Беларуси
В Ивье сегодня вернулся образ из «прекрасного далека» Образ из «прекрасного далека» сегодня вернулся в Ивье. И уже не покинет этот город со статусным видом. Фреска с фигурой графини Замойской – в интерьере одного из самых необычных музеев страны.
06.03 / 13:33
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Lukashenko: It is imperative to ensure safe, reliable operation of BelNPP
Radiation safety and operational reliability of the Belarusian nuclear power plant is ‘a priority of priorities', Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at a meeting to discuss the Belarusian nuclear power plant (BelNPP), BelTA has learned. “The construction of Belarus' first nuclear power plant is one of the biggest and most technologically advanced projects that we have carried out together with the Russians. A lot has already been done to implement this project,” the head of state said. In particular, the first power unit has been put into operation and it functions steadily, producing electricity for the power grid. According to the president, the first unit has already generated more than 12.5 billion kWh since it went online, which allowed replacing over 3 billion cubic meters of gas and saving more than $400 million for the country. “The result is not bad for a start,” the Belarusian leader noted.
06.03 / 13:31
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Minister: Second unit of BelNPP will be put into commercial operation in October 2023
The second unit of the Belarusian nuclear power plant will be put into commercial operation in October 2023, Belarusian Energy Minister Viktor Karankevich said at a meeting hosted by the head of state to discuss the Belarusian nuclear power plant (BelNPP), BelTA has learned. The first trial linkup of the second unit to the national power grid is scheduled for April. The capacity of the reactor will be raised to 40%.
06.03 / 13:31
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Belarus, Cuba seek cooperation in medical sciences, biotechnologies
Belarus and Cuba are interested in developing cooperation in medical sciences and biotechnologies, BelTA learned from the press service of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus (NASB). A delegation of the Ministry of Public Health of the Republic of Cuba and BioCubaFarma Group headed by First Deputy Minister of Public Health Tania Margarita Cruz Hernandez has paid a visit to the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus.
06.03 / 13:31
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Belarus, China sign complex strategy of joint industrial development
The Republic of Belarus and the People's Republic of China have signed a complex strategy of joint industrial development, BelTA has learned. The creation of joint high-tech innovative manufacturing enterprises and the development of manufacturing cooperation are identified as priority avenues of cooperation by the complex strategy on joint industrial development of Belarus and China, the Belarusian Industry Ministry explained.
06.03 / 13:31
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Belarus criticizes UN Human Rights Council: ‘Not part of the solution'
Yuri Ambrazevich. An archive photo
06.03 / 13:31
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Belarus' internal affairs minister: Police will help train people's militia
The police will help train people's militia, Belarus' Minister of Internal Affairs Ivan Kubrakov told the STV TV channel, BelTA informs. “We took part in the development of the law on people's militia. Belarus already has a law on volunteers helping law enforcement.
27.02 / 13:48
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Belarus might set up pharmaceutical company with China
Belarus' Healthcare Minister Dmitry Pinevich is in talks with Chinese companies about the supply and joint production of medicines, as well as the purchase of equipment for healthcare facilities, BelTA learned from the press service of the Healthcare Ministry of Belarus. Negotiations covering a wide range of matters in healthcare and pharmaceutics are taking place in China on 27 February. Dmitry Pinevich is visiting an enterprise run by China's pharmaceutical company Sinopharm. The parties are exploring the possibilities for the supply, joint production and localization of various medicines, as well as the purchase of equipment for healthcare facilities and laboratories.
27.02 / 13:48
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Lukashenko: Belarus keeps tabs on defense industry given modern threats
Given the present level of threats against Belarus we keep close tabs on the domestic military and industrial production, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at a government meeting to discuss the financing of military-related procurement, BelTA has learned. “Today we will discuss the issues related to the financing of military-related procurement for the needs of law enforcement agencies. Given the present level of threats against Belarus we keep close tabs on the domestic military and industrial production. I would like to stress that despite the unprecedented sanctions we are still able to produce enough weapons and military equipment for the needs of the Belarusian army,” the head of state said. “We easily get everything we need (I mean hardware) from Russia. As for microelectronics, optics, other things, we need to thank those who have preserved the technologies we inherited from the Soviet Union, thus together with Russia we can produce any type of weapons,” he added.
27.02 / 13:48
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Lukashenko to pay state visit to China on 28 February-2 March
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko is set to pay a state visit to the People's Republic of China on 28 February–2 March, BelTA learned the press service of the Belarusian leader. The visit will make its contribution to a multi-year course of building relations of friendship and mutually beneficial cooperation with the People's Republic of China. At the bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in September 2022, the leaders of Belarus and China adopted a joint declaration to bring their relations to a new level — all-weather and all-round strategic partnership.
20.02 / 13:45
Lukashenko comments on Hollande's, Merkel's statements about Minsk agreements
All problems and conflicts must be resolved peacefully at the negotiating table, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he talked to foreign and Belarusian journalists in Minsk on 16 February, BelTA has learned. The president is convinced that all problems must be resolved peacefully at the negotiating table. Belarus, and personally the head of state, were involved in this process during the work on the well-known Minsk agreements.
20.02 / 13:45
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Putin on Lukashenko's press conference: ‘I share your positions and approaches'
Russian President Vladimir Putin shared his impressions of the press conference of the head of state for Belarusian and foreign media as he met with Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko in Moscow on 17 February, BelTA has learned. «By the way, I watched your press conference yesterday.
20.02 / 13:45
Lukashenko: Belarusian peacefulness is not synonymous to willingness to sacrifice
Belarusian peacefulness is not synonymous to willingness to make sacrifices, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at the Security Council meeting that discussed the draft of the updated national security concept, BelTA has learned. Aleksandr Lukashenko drew attention to the fact that, unlike a number of countries, including former Soviet nations where such documents are classified, Belarus decided not to hide anything. “You also know that this is my principled demand.
20.02 / 13:45
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Lukashenko invites Biden over to Minsk for talks: ‘Even Putin will fly in'
I am ready to meet with U.S. President Joe Biden, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he talked to foreign and Belarusian journalists in Minsk on 16 February, BelTA has learned. Answering journalists' questions, Aleksandr Lukashenko revealed the details of the upcoming meeting with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. «Why is Biden going to Poland?” the head of state asked a question. “Why Poland? We're cool with that. But if he is willing we are ready to host him in Minsk and to have a serious conversation (please convey this to him through your channels). If he wants peace in Ukraine.
