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.05.26
17:12
Society
Lukashenko calls hematogen favorite treat of his childhood. How is hematogen made today?
In November 2023 Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko went on a working trip to Ostrovets District, Grodno Oblast. He tried his favorite treat, an essential “doping” for blood donors: hematogen. We explain where in Belarus these wholesome bars are produced and what the composition has to include in BelTA’s project After the Fact: Special Report.
17:03
Economy
Belarus expects visit by Egypt’s president
Belarus is expecting a visit from the president of Egypt, Artur Karpovich, Belarusian Antimonopoly Regulation and Trade Minister and Co-chair of the Belarus-Egypt joint trade commission, said following the 8th meeting of the commission.
16:52
Society
Belarus, Egypt mull over Minsk-Cairo direct flight
Belarus and Egypt are working on organizing a direct flight between Cairo and Minsk, Belarusian Antimonopoly Regulation and Trade Minister Artur Karpovich told reporters following the 8th meeting of the Belarus-Egypt joint trade commission.
16:31
Society
Belarus, Zimbabwe to strengthen ties in sports
A delegation from Zimbabwe, led by Minister of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture Anselem Nhamo Sanyatwe, has arrived in Minsk on an official visit. Belarusian Sports Minister Sergei Kovalchuk met with his Zimbabwean counterpart at the Belarusian State University of Physical Culture.
16:04
Society
‘It would be interesting’. Expert on Iran-Russia-India triangle
In the latest episode of V Teme [On Point] project, Russian political scientist and orientalist Karine Gevorgyan explained the potential implications of a strategic alliance between Iran, Russia and India.
15:22
Economy
Belarus’ Academy of Sciences, Indian Chokhani Pharma discuss production of new drugs
During the meeting special attention was paid to the potential for attracting leading Indian pharmaceutical companies such as Cipla Limited, TEVA, RAKS, and Inventia, the potential for consolidating the joint efforts and sharing the best practices with the Academpharm enterprise.
15:01
Politics
Moscow to host CSTO high-level meeting in May
The event will be held under the chairmanship of the Secretary of the Russian Security Council, Sergei Shoigu, with the participation of the Security Council secretaries of Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and the CSTO chief.
14:28
Economy
Over 300 new foreign companies enter Belarusian commodity exchange in 2026
In January-April 2026, BUCE accredited 332 foreign companies from 25 countries to participate in exchange trading.
14:16
Society
Belstat: Women account for almost 40% of all researchers in Belarus
In 2025, 28,100 people in 456 organizations were engaged in scientific research and development (27,400 people in 463 organizations in 2024).
14:05
Economy
Economy Ministry notes high interest in Regional Initiative credit programs
The deputy economy minister took part in a meeting of the local district executive committee to review the results of the social and economic development and the execution of the region’s budget in January-March 2026.
13:46
In Pictures
Minsk decked up for Victory Day
Minsk is gearing up to celebrate Victory Day. Themed displays and photo zones have been set up on the streets.
13:32
Society
Honoring those who gave their lives for peace. MP on Great Heritage-Common Future forum goals
A working meeting on the preparation of the Union State’s second international forum Great Heritage-Common Future chaired by Vadim Ipatov, Deputy Chairman of the House of Representatives of the National Assembly of Belarus, took place in Brest on 6 May.
13:03
Economy
Belarus sows maize on 55% of designated areas
According to operational data as of 6 May 2026, spring crops have been sown on an area of 1,654,000 hectares, which accounts for 72% of the total sowing area of 2,294,000 hectares.
12:48
Sport
Back to your roots. President’s Sports Club chief unveils new project
The President’s Sports Club’s project Sports for Everyone is already well known. Thousands of Belarusians have taken part in outdoor fitness activities, regardless of the weather, as well as in races and chess tournaments.
12:26
Politics
Belarusian ambassador participates in international expo in Astana
Representatives of the leadership of the Ministry of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Atameken National Chamber of Entrepreneurs, industry associations, and the diplomatic corps also took part in the event.
