Belarusian Minister of Economy Alexander Chervyakov, talking about the key tasks of the ministry for 2023, announced the “return” of the republic to the East. Transcript of Chervyakov’s speech published Web site ministries.
We apply the concept of “Turn to the East” in foreign trade. The key task here is to create optimal logistics routes,” he said.
He also drew attention to the possibilities of using the routes of the North-South transport corridor. Noting that Russia, Iran, Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan are actively developing this area, he stated that Belarus should also be integrated into this business.
Chervyakov also stated that it is of great importance for Minsk to complete free trade negotiations in services and investments with China and CIS countries, which are key partners, as soon as possible.
March 1 reportedThat Belarus plans to create a free trade and investment zone with China that could emerge in 2023.
Nikolai Snopkov, Deputy Prime Minister of the Belarusian government declarationThe economic impact of the agreements made within the framework of Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko’s visit to China is estimated to exceed 3.5 billion dollars.