News & Events in Belarus

Lukashenko upholds visa waiver for citizens of 35 European countries entering Belarus by land
Thus, starting from 19 July, citizens of all European countries entitled to this visa waiver will be able to enter and exit Belarus through all land and air international checkpoints of the Republic of Belarus upon presenting valid travel documents. They will be able stay on the territory of Belarus for up to 30 days from the date of entry...

Lukashenko wants local light industry to dominate Belarusian market
In this episode of BelTA’s YouTube project “After the Fact: Lukashenko’s Decisions” we will tell you why Belarusian clothes for babies received the USSR Quality Mark and why this manufacture is unique today...

Lukashenko: Belarusians do not want war but will respond decidedly to any aggression
The head of state noted that the military are well aware of what is happening now in the southern and western border areas of the country. In fact, Belarusians are in the same situation as their ancestors were eight decades ago and need to stand firm and not allow the enemies to drag Belarus into the military conflict...

Lukashenko monitors storm recovery efforts in Belarus
All the necessary measures are promptly carried out under the control of the head of state...

Lukashenko meets with head of Russia’s Chuvashia
Belarus and Russia’s Chuvash Republic can double mutual trade by the end of 2024, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he met with head of this Russian region Oleg Nikolayev at the Palace of Independence in Minsk on 15 July...

Lukashenko: No more tensions at Belarus' border with Ukraine
The head of state emphasized that Belarus did not want this escalation, and it absolutely does not need it now...

Lukashenko: Slavianski Bazaar in Vitebsk has become a celebration of traditional values
Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “Today this festival unites people of different generations, religions, and cultures, who are true connoisseurs of art and have the most diverse preferences ranging from avant-garde to classics. But most importantly it has become a genuine family holiday, a celebration of traditional values. Residents and our guests can definitely rest their souls here”...

Lukashenko about Dinamo Stadium reconstruction: ‘I was thinking about those who played there’
In the new episode of YouTube project "After the Fact: Lukashenko’s Decisions" we will tell you why it took so long to start the reconstruction of Dinamo Stadium. What requirement did the president set before the start of the reconstruction project? What to expect next?..

Lukashenko meetings with business ladies from Zimbabwe, Nigeria in Palace of Independence in detail
First Lady of Zimbabwe Auxillia Mnangagwa and First Lady of Nigeria Oluremi Tinubu are in Belarus on a visit...

Lukashenko meets with Auxillia Mnangagwa, determined to honor all agreements with Zimbabwe
The president highlighted the importance and significance of the cause the first lady of Zimbabwe undertook. This cause focuses on the development of public health and child nutrition...

Lukashenko signs law to increase public welfare benefits for families with kids
Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko signed the law on amending laws regulating welfare payments for families with kids. The document has been passed to increase the level of minimal guarantees for citizens during periods of their social vulnerability...

Independence Day, SCO membership, marathon of negotiations, and fern flower in President’s Week
The President’s Week project is intended for those, who want to keep up with the head of state, be up-to-date on the latest statements and decisions of the Belarusian leader...

Lukashenko: Alexandria Gathers Friends has grown into international festival
The president noted that the festival has become a place of attraction for creative people and true fans of the original Slavic culture from all over Belarus and from other countries...

Lukashenko lays out his vision for Greater Eurasia at SCO summit
“I strongly believe that our unity and cohesion will be the best response to challenges in global politics. To do this, we must join forces in the organization’s area of responsibility. For this, we need to create Greater Eurasia,” the Belarusian leader said. He outlined several steps in this direction...

Lukashenko describes Belarus’ accession to SCO as historic milestone
Aleksandr Lukashenko called it symbolic that Belarus joined the SCO in the year when it marks the 80th anniversary of liberation from the Nazi invaders. “This is a wonderful gift to the Belarusian people,” said the head of state...