IMF skeptical about world and Belarusian economy growth
The International Monetary Fund has revised its growth forecast. Alyaksandr Papko explains why the optimism of the financial institution has gone down and why experts look at Belarus with skepticism. read more
Russia bans imports of Belarusian beef
Russia has banned the imports of Belarusian beef. read more
Belarus set to raise crude oil transit tariffs by 23%
Belarus is set to increase the crude oil transit tariffs by 23% in light of the environmental situation in the country. read more
Belarus seeks extension for NPP loan term
Belarus has asked Russia for the 10 year (from 25 to 35 years) extension on the loan term for the construction of the nuclear power plant (NPP) in Astraviec. read more
Belarus ready for lowcosters at regional airports
The Ministry of Transport and Communications is interested in operation of low-cost airlines at regional airports, the head of department Alyaksei Auramenka said on March 28. read more
'This Is Auschwitz!' Belarusian President Compares Cattle Farm To Concentration Camp
Belarusian President Alyaksandr Lukashenka has fired a governor and two officials over poor conditions at a cattle farm. read more
IKEA Furniture Manufacturing Factory To Be Built In Grodno
A Polish company is reported to build a new furniture manufacturing factory for Sweden-based home furnishing giant IKEA in Grodno. read more
Belarus Visa-Free Travel Via Airport Leads To 43% Rise In No-Visa Tourists
Expansion of a free-visa policy has proved a boon for Belarus’ tourist industry, with foreign visitor arrivals via Minsk National Airport increasing by 43%. read more
Lithuania Accuses Belarus Of Blackmail, Prepares For BelNPP Emergencies
There has been a rise in confrontational rhetoric between Belarus and Lithuania regarding the Belarusian nuclear power plant (BelNPP) under construction. read more
Belarus among Top 5 countries with sanctions against Russia
Russia's Ministry for Economic Development on Tuesday published the data about the restrictions introduced against the Russian Federation by other countries of the world. read more |