Parliamentarians need to make a priority of ensuring technological sovereignty of the Belarus-Russia Union State, First Deputy Chairman of the Union State Parliamentary Assembly, Chairman of the House of Representatives of the National Assembly of Belarus Igor Sergeyenko said as he addressed the 66th session of the Union State Parliamentary Assembly in Minsk, BelTA has learned. “It is important to build a foundation for new joint programs and activities. Particular emphasis should be...

The Belarusian economy is performing well by and large this year, although certain things cause concern, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he was receiving a report from Prime Minister Roman Golovchenko on 17 June, BelTA has learned. “I receive reports that the economy is doing well so far this year. Although there are certain alarming things, as always. I would like us to pay attention to this, first of all. What is even more important is that we have a trade...

When making personnel decisions on 13 June, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko outlined the key tasks for the local vertical, including outreach activities, harvest season and election campaigns, BelTA has learned. Focus on personnel and chance for everyone “As usual, I ask you to decide on the personnel you are going to work with,” the head of state said. According to him, building personnel takes time by studying personnel potential, and making sure to give a chance to...

Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko wished Happy Russia Day to Russian President Vladimir Putin and all Russians, BelTA learned from the press service of the Belarusian leader.  "Russian statehood has been developing progressively, relying on centuries-old historical experience and traditional spiritual and moral values, the continuity of generations and the patriotism of the people. At all times, the greatest wealth and value for Russia has been its citizens," the head of state...

Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has congratulated the staff of Dinamo National Olympic Stadium on the 90th anniversary of the sports arena, BelTA learned from the press service of the Belarusian leader.  "After a large-scale reconstruction, Dinamo has turned into a beautiful ultra-modern arena with its own unique image, embodying the rich sports traditions of Belarus," the head of state said. “This legendary cultural and sports complex has witnessed many bright performances,...

Belarus and Russia's Voronezh Oblast need to strive to achieve $1 billion in trade, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he met with Voronezh Oblast Governor Alexander Gusev on 10 June, BelTA has learned. The head of state warmly welcomed the Russian governor, noting that two years  passed since their last meeting. “Back then in Minsk we outlined a number of important areas of cooperation, agreed to step up interaction in industry, agriculture, and in humanitarian...