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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 Russia in the north, Russia 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

20 April 2018

Greetings to Miguel Diaz-Canel on election as Chairman of State Council of Cuba

19 April 2018

Meeting with Moldova Prime Minister Pavel Filip

19 April 2018

Meeting with former Moldova President Nicolae Timofti

19 April 2018

Greetings to Israel President Reuven Rivlin

18 April 2018

Negotiations with Moldova President Igor Dodon

18 April 2018

Greetings to Zimbabwe President Emmerson Mnangagwa

18 April 2018

Greetings to Dinamo sports club on 95th anniversary

13 April 2018

Session to discuss development of winter sports

All events

Official documents

Decree No. 121 of 29 March 2018

On the organization of the enrollment campaign in 2018

Decree No. 105 of 12 March 2018

On amending the decrees of the President of the Republic of Belarus

Decree No. 78 of 23 February 2018

On presenting state awards

Decree No. 57 of 6 February 2018

On presenting state awards

Decree No. 51 of 5 February 2018

On presenting state awards