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.01.26
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.”
10:57
President
Lukashenko congratulates Belarusian TV channel STV on 25th anniversary
Aleksandr Lukashenko wished the staff of ZAO Stolichnoye Televideniye to reach new heights of the television industry, to come up with bright ideas, and to have inexhaustible inspiration for many years to come.
10:36
President
Lukashenko signs decree to declare 2026 Year of Belarusian Woman
The document has been passed for the sake of forming the national image of hardworking women, for the sake of popularizing the role of women in preserving and developing the society.
10:18
President
Lukashenko: Belarus and Cuba can accomplish a lot in all areas of mutual interest
“Belarus is proud of its friendly relations with the heroic Cuban people, who have been defending their independence with dignity and upholding the principles of social equality, justice, and humanism for many years,” the congratulatory message reads.
10:06
President
Belarus ready to offer competences in various fields to Sudan
In the current circumstances when Sudan faces serious challenges to the internal political stability Belarus highly appreciates efforts of the chairman of the Transitional Sovereignty Council of Sudan, which are aimed at maintaining unity and creating a solid foundation for the future.
09:36
President
Lukashenko notes importance, topicality of India’s priorities in BRICS in 2026
“Belarus highly appreciates India’s efforts to maintain peace and stability. Your country’s economic, religious, and cultural authority has been one of the pillars of global balance for centuries,” the congratulatory message reads.
