
Explaining Lukashenko’s love for bread: A deep dive into Belarus’ baking industry
We are sure that many of us have childhood memories of bread. Who hasn’t taken a bite off of a still warm loaf on the way home from a bakery? Bread from childhood... It’s not so much about food, but about home, coziness and warmth. In a new episode we will tell the story of the bread that Lukashenko gave to HC Dinamo Minsk, what kind of braided bun the president calls ‘amazing’ and in what countries the Belarusian bakery goods are most popular, told BelTA.

Brest patriotic center attracts students from Russia
Russian regions have shown interest in studying of their students at the National Center for Patriotic Education at the Brest Fortress, Brest Oblast Governor Piotr Parkhomchik told BelTA.

Belarus-Tajikistan production projects seen as basis to promote countries’ interests
Joint production initiatives between Belarus and Tajikistan serve as a pillar to promote the interests of both nations, Belarusian Prime Minister Aleksandr Turchin during a meeting with Tajikistan’s Prime Minister Kokhir Rasulzoda on 4 June, BelTA has learned.

MP: Belarus is interested in building contacts with BRICS members
Belarus is ready to become a full-fledged member of BRICS, Chairman of the Standing Commission on International Affairs of the House of Representatives of the National Assembly of Belarus Sergei Rachkov said at the 1st meeting of the chairs of international affairs committees of the parliaments of BRICS nations titled «Strengthening BRICS trade in the current international situation» that was held during the 11th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in Brasília, BelTA has learned.

Lukashenko, Xi Jinping reaffirm commitment to friendship, agree to enhance relations
Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko and Chinese President Xi Jinping have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening friendship and cooperation between the two countries, BelTA has learned.

Defense ministers of Belarus, Pakistan discuss interaction in personnel training
Belarus’ Defense Minister Viktor Khrenin has met with Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif during the official visit to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, BelTA learned from the Defense Ministry of Belarus.

Russia’s Primorye Territory governor: Belarusian products are known for their quality
Belarusian food products and equipment are known for their high quality, Governor of Russia’s Primorye Territory Oleg Kozhemyako said as he met with Chairperson of the Council of the Republic of the National Assembly of Belarus Natalya Kochanova on 3 June, BelTA has learned.

Belarus fourth in Beach Soccer Worldwide National Teams ranking
The Belarusian beach soccer men’s national team has ranked fourth in the recently-released Beach Soccer Worldwide National Teams ranking, BelTA has learned.

St. Euphrosyne Convent in Polotsk marks 900th anniversary
St. Euphrosyne Convent in Polotsk is marking the 900th anniversary in 2025. One of the unique buildings in the architectural ensemble is the Transfiguration Church. Ancient frescoes cover 90% of the walls.

Belarus’ first vice premier comments on Lukashenko’s visit to China
The current visit of Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko to China, which serves as an example of friendship and the commitment of the leaders of the two countries to joint development, is unique in many ways, Belarusian First Deputy Prime Minister Nikolai Snopkov told the media in Beijing on 3 June, BelTA has learned.