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02
.01.26
12:35
Politics
MFA: There are no Belarusians among victims of Swiss ski resort fire
“As of now, there has been no information indicating that citizens of the Republic of Belarus are among the victims,” the press service of the Belarusian foreign ministry informed.
12:02
Society
Defining the Belarusian woman of today: Key insights from official data
In light of the nationwide observance of the Year of the Belarusian Woman, the Belarusian Ministry of Labor and Social Protection presented several insights into the lives of Belarusian women.
10:47
Society
‘Free and gifted.’ What made Marc Chagall a global treasure?
In a new episode of the On Point. The Nation’s Pride project on BelTA’s YouTube channel, guide Sofiya Macharashvili explained why the Belarusian artist Marc Chagall became a figure of global significance.
10:08
Society
Belarusians kick off 2026 with annual Sobriety Race
The first day of 2026 saw many Belarusians opting for an active and sporty start. Hundreds gathered across various regions of the country for the sixth New Year’s run.
09:53
Politics
Belarusian MFA extends condolences over fatal fire at Swiss ski resort
“We were deeply saddened to learn about the fire at the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana, which resulted in numerous casualties,” the Belarusian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.
09:00
Society
Belarus’ State Control Committee outlines key urban development tasks for 2026
Vladimir Bondar, Deputy Head of the Main Construction, Housing and Utilities Control Directorate – Head of the Housing and Utilities Control Department of the State Control Committee of Belarus, spoke about the urban development issues that Belarus is set to tackle in 2026 in a new episode of BelTA's Nation Speaks project.
01
.01.26
17:58
Society
Belarusian tractor maker MTZ to offer training camp for industrial tourism guides in 2026
The five-day course will be intensive and practice-oriented. Lectures by tourism experts have been prepared for the students. The experts will talk about trends and prospects in this field.
17:13
Society
Analyst: Russia has never intended to destroy Ukraine
Commenting on recent developments on the battlefield in Ukraine, Yakov Kedmi said he was certain that Russia had never had any plans to destroy Ukraine. Russia objects to Ukraine being used as a military threat.
16:26
Economy
Belarus’ central bank sets target values of standard risks for January
Standard risk estimates represent a tool used to ensure financial stability. Representatives of the National Bank previously explained to BelTA that it is one of the markers of the upper limit on interest rates.
15:04
Society
Analyst: USA no longer sees Russia as a threat to its own security and to European security
“Statements by Trump and his closest aides indicate that the United States of America no longer sees Russia as a threat to its own security. Furthermore, the United States does not believe that Russia poses a threat to Europe,” said Yakov Kedmi.
14:14
Politics
Belarusian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, diplomatic missions, officials set out to increase export
The document provides for improving the procedure for the interaction of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Belarusian diplomatic missions, and officials, who have been assigned to specific countries and constituent entities of the Russian Federation.
12:58
Society
Minimum wage up to Br858 in Belarus as from 1 January
The minimum wage is guaranteed to all workers provided they perform their duties and is granted taking into account the amount of working hours. A collective bargain agreement may set a higher monthly minimum wage.
12:12
Society
Basic pay in Belarus up to Br297 as of 1 January
The increase in the basic pay will result in higher wages in public-sector organizations. Since other stimulating payments and compensations are tied to the size of the basic pay, they will also increase as from 1 January 2026.
11:32
Society
Eismont on theme of 2026: A personal idea and proposal from the president
BelTA reported earlier that Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko declared the theme of the year 2026 in his New Year’s address to the nation: “We honor our mothers, wives, and daughters one day per year. It is time to give proper respect to the special role they play in our life.”
