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MINSK, 31 December (BelTA) – Belarusian Minister of Economy Yuri Chebotar told journalists about the projects included in the state investment program for 2026, BelTA has learned.
“The president has approved the state investment program for 2026. The key areas are aligned with the priorities of the upcoming five-year plan. The program includes 62 facilities. One third of the funds, slightly over Br1 billion, will be allocated for the construction of rental housing (430,000 square meters). This housing will target the most sought-after professionals, with a focus on regions, small towns, and rural areas,” the minister noted.
The second priority is the development of road infrastructure. Over Br680 million will be allocated for the construction and reconstruction of highways. The plan provides for the construction of two bridges across the Mukhavets and Viliya rivers and the reconstruction of certain sections of the P46, P53, and M10 roads.
Another important area is the social welfare. “The construction and reconstruction of a number of hospitals are planned, including an oncology center in Grodno and a rehabilitation center in Aksakovshchina,” Yuri Chebotar said. Also among the program’s facilities are a surgical department building of the Brest Oblast Hospital, the National Scientific and Practical Center for Pediatric Oncology in Borovlyany, the National Art Museum and the National History Museum in Minsk, the National Center for Patriotic Education of Youth in the Brest Fortress, and others.
In total, nearly Br3 billion from the state budget will be allocated to finance the state program. Out of the 62 facilities included, 21 are planned to be commissioned. Over 70% of the funds will be used for implementing the five-year plan’s priorities. According to the minister, the state will continue to follow this principle to achieve the goals of the social and economic development program.
“The state investment program has undergone important changes. The construction of housing has been significantly increased, as well as the funds allocated for the construction and reconstruction of roads,” Yuri Chebotar noted.
Overall, the state investment program is aimed at improving the quality of life of citizens, upgrading infrastructure, creating new jobs, and, as a result, ensuring economic growth and sustainable development of the country in line with the state’s priorities and strategic objectives.
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