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Belarus

The Republic of Belarus is located in the center of Europe. It is situated on the crossroads of major transport routes between the CIS and Western Europe. Belarus shares borders with Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Russia and Ukraine.

Key Facts

The Republic of Belarus is located in the center of Europe. It borders Lithuania in the northwest, Latvia and the Russian Federation in the north, the Russian Federation in the northeast and east, Ukraine in the south, Poland in the west.

Economy

The Republic of Belarus is an export-oriented state with a well-developed production sector, services sector and agriculture. Belarus adheres to the socially-oriented model of the market economy which has proven to be consistent and efficient.

Society

The term ‘Belarusian’ emerged at the end of the 16th century to name people living on the ethnic territory of Belarus. By the end of the 19th century the term was permanently used to name people living on the territory of modern Belarus.

Regions

The Republic of Belarus is divided into oblasts, districts and other administrative units. The administrative division of the state is regulated by the legislation.

Science

Nowadays science plays a crucial role in building the knowledge-based economy in Belarus. The national innovation development program till 2015 has laid the foundation for this process.

Healthcare

The healthcare system in the Republic of Belarus is based on the principles of social justice and affordability.

Tourism

Tourism is one of the priorities of the Belarusian social and economic development. The government takes special care of this industry.

Culture

The Belarusian national culture has its roots in ancient times. It comprises colossal spiritual wealth which reflects moral, esthetic, intellectual values of the Belarusian people.

Sport

Modern Belarus is a full-fledged member of the global sport community. Belarus is among the top 20 countries out of 200 states taking part in the Olympic Games.

Events

18 April 2019

Belarus President to give State of the Nation Address on 19 April

18 April 2019

Condolences to Germany President Frank-Walter Steinmeier

18 April 2019

Meeting with board members of Dubai International Financial Center

17 April 2019

Greetings to Syria President Bashar al-Assad

16 April 2019

Condolences to France President Emmanuel Macron

16 April 2019

Official visit to Turkey

15 April 2019

Session of NOC’s Executive Committee

11 April 2019

Session with senior officials of Council of Minsters

All events

Official documents

Resolution of the Security Council of the Republic of Belarus No. 1 of 18 March 2019

On the concept of information security of the Republic of Belarus

Directive No. 8 of 4 March 2019

On the priorities of developing the construction industry

Directive No. 7 of 4 March 2019

On the improvement and development of the housing and utility industry in Belarus

Directive No. 6 of 4 March 2019

On the development of rural areas and higher efficiency of the agrarian industry

Decree No. 90 of 25 February 2019

On conferment of state awards