Updated at 13:53,23-12-2024
EU developing new support program for SMEs in Belarus
The European Union is developing a new support program for small and medium-sized businesses in Belarus, Andrea Wiktorin, head of the EU Delegation to Belarus, said Thursday in Minsk while speaking at a conference titled “Reforms for Inclusive Growth.” read more
Belarusian economy falls because of lack of reform
The Belarusian economy falls because of the lack of reform, Kiryl Rudy, a former presidential aide for economic affairs who currently serves as Belarus’ ambassador to China, said Thursday in Minsk, speaking at an international economic forum, KEF 2016. read more 
Average wage in half of Belarusian districts is lower than $300
In September, the average wage in Belarus stopped its four-months growth and dropped by 2.3%. It totaled 732.9 Belarusian rubles, or $372. read more 
Belavia to sell tickets at 50% off on 3-4 November
On November 3-4 the Belarusian air carrier will lower fares on regular direct flights by half. The information about the ticket sale is posted on Belavia’s website and official Facebook page. read more 
European Games to cost Belarus $30 - 40 million
Belarus will spend $30-40 million to host the 2019 European Games, Sports and Tourism Minister Aliaksandr Shamko said on a Belarusian TV show (ONT Channel) on October 27 . read more 
Price of Russian gas to remain unchanged for Belarus
Russian gas will cost for Belarus as before - $132 per 1000 cubic meters, Belarus Prime Minister Andrei Kabyakou told Mir 24 TV channel. read more 
Belarus seeks $500 million in assistance from EU
Belarus seeks to receive macroeconomic assistance package worth $500 million from the European Union. According to BelaPAN, Belarus in October submitted an assistance request to European Commission officials. read more 
Deputy minister outlines 5 steps to reboot Belarus economy
Belarus will aim to improve its efficiency and competitiveness, promote economic growth, and reduce financial vulnerabilities in the near future, Deputy Economy Ministry Alexander Zaborovsky said as he outlined key economic reform proposals at the EBRD-Emerging Europe: Outlook on Belarus 2016 event read more 
EU to give Belarus €150K to create and promote brand for new Visa-free tourist attraction
The European Union is going to allocate about €150,000 to create and promote the brand of the Augustow Canal, that will soon become visa-free for foreigners. read more 
Tax ministry orders about 50,000 people to pay “parasite” tax
The Ministry of Taxes and Duties has so far sent letters to about 50,000 people, ordering them to pay non-worker tax, Deputy Minister Svyatlana Shawchenka told reporters in Minsk on Wednesday. read more |
