MINSK, 30 April (BelTA) - The share of the communications and informatization sector in Belarus' GDP totaled 7.5% in January-March 2021, BelTA learned from the Belarusian Communications and Informatization Ministry.
“In Q1 2021, the industry maintained a favorable environment, creating demand for services, which helped ensure the growth of income and meet projections. The added value for the information and communication sector amounted to Br2.7 billion, up 3.5%,” the ministry said.
In the country as a whole, revenues from postal and telecommunications services exceeded Br1 billion, up 4.9% compared to the same period last year.
In Q1 2021, there was a stable positive trend in the financial condition of organizations engaged in communications and information activities, said the ministry.
Export of computer, telecommunications and information services increased by 4% during the period.
