Belarus completes 22km of bridge construction, repairs in five years
About 22 kilometers of bridge structures were built and repaired in Belarus over the five-year period, Aleksei Fedoseyev, Head of the Design and Technology Department at the Mostostroi company, said in a new episode of BelTA’s The Nation Speaks project.
Belarus’ government discusses preparations for new academic year
The Belarusian government held a comprehensive review of preparations for the new academic year at a meeting chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Natalya Petkevich, BelTA learned from the government’s press service.
Import substitution in focus: Belarus’ major construction projects of 2026 revealed
Architecture and Construction Minister Vadim Olshevsky detailed the major projects implemented in Belarus’ construction sector in 2026 during a press conference on 3 August, BelTA has learned.
Laskevich advances to W15 Maanshan 2026 quarterfinal in China
Evialina Laskevich of Belarus has advanced to the quarterfinal of the ITF tournament W15 Maanshan 2026 in China, BelTA has learned.
Russia to open embassy branch in Mogilev
A branch of the Russian Embassy will open in Mogilev. This was discussed at a meeting between Mogilev Oblast Governor Anatoly Isachenko and Minister-Counsellor of the Russian Embassy in Belarus Vladimir Vanke, BelTA has learned.
About Br700m spent on modernization, retooling of Mogilev Oblast enterprises in last five years
Around Br700 million was funneled into the modernization or retooling of Mogilev Oblast enterprises over the last five years,BelTA learned from Chairman of the Mogilev Oblast Executive Committee Anatoly Isachenko during the international economic forum Mill of Success.
Igor Brilevich elected deputy chairman of Belarusian upper house of parliament
Igor Brilevich has been elected Deputy Chairman of the Council of the Republic in secret ballot at a sitting of the fourth session of the Council of the Republic of the National Assembly of the eighth convocation, BelTA has learned.
Minsk hosts Library Night event
The nationwide campaign Library Night 2026 dedicated to World Book and Copyright Day once again welcomed reading enthusiasts at the National Library of Belarus. Visitors were offered dozens of themed activities: lectures, workshops, tours, creative meetings, games for children and adults, and other educational attractions. BelTA correspondents visited the country’s main library to see what surprised and delighted both new guests and long-time visitors.
Kyrgyzstan opens 2026 fishing season
Adylbek Kasymaliev, Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic, participated in an international sport fishing event entitled «Opening of the 2026 Fishing Season.» The event was announced by the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic.
President Tokayev sends messages of support to leaders of Arab nations
The President of Kazakhstan sent personal messages to the leaders of the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait, expressing his sincere support and solidarity with the peoples of those countries during this difficult period of profound challenges, Qazinform News Agency reports, citing President’s Advisor and Press Secretary Aibek Smadyarov.