Plans are moving forward to broaden air travel between Russia and Belarus in the near term. Dmitry Mezentsev, the Minister of Foreign Affairs for the Union State, outlined the trajectory in an interview with a regional publication. News outlets include his comments in ongoing updates about interregional connectivity and the broader push to knit together the two economies more tightly through flight networks [Source: Regional publication].
Mezentsev explained that leaders from the Belarusian and Russian regions have repeatedly underscored the importance of strengthening interregional links with new flights that connect the centers of these sister states. He emphasized that the practical steps are already taking shape, pointing to the arrival of a Gomel to Moscow service as tangible proof of progress. The emphasis is on expanding accessibility, encouraging more residents and visitors to travel for business, education, and cultural exchange [Source: Regional publication].
In addition, a round-trip service from Brest to Moscow is scheduled to begin on April 3. There are plans to launch flights to Vladikavkaz and Arkhangelsk in the near future, widening travel options for people across the region. The schedule signals a broader strategy to link more regional hubs with the capital corridors, creating reliable options for routine and seasonal travel while boosting regional tourism and commerce [Source: Regional publication].
Discussions are actively exploring additional routes to Tyumen, Ulyanovsk, Omsk, and other cities, underscoring the significance attributed to expanding aviation links across the broader regional landscape. The aim is to strengthen economic ties, facilitate skilled labor mobility, and support local industries by improving transportation channels that connect manufacturing areas, educational centers, and cultural sites [Source: Regional publication].
In his remarks, Mezentsev framed the expansion as a way to broaden tourism opportunities, inviting people to explore cities, towns, and places that enrich mutual understanding. He described the effort as an opening of hearts between the two nations, highlighting cultural exchange and shared economic benefits as core outcomes of enhanced air connectivity. The vision includes easier access to historical landmarks, regional gastronomy, and community events that deepen people-to-people connections and foster long-term friendship [Source: Regional publication].
Earlier, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko commented on the political approach, stressing that the primary objective remains the welfare of Belarusian citizens rather than political maneuvering. This sentiment frames the broader push toward greater regional cooperation and practical outcomes that benefit the public, emphasizing improved travel convenience, lower costs for travelers, and greater regional stability through sustained, people-centered exchanges [Source: Regional publication].
There are also notes about a planned cooking master class, illustrating cultural and people-to-people exchanges that accompany broader travel and tourism initiatives. Such activities are intended to showcase local traditions, kitchen skills, and regional dishes, turning air travel into a gateway for experiential learning and mutual appreciation between neighboring nations [Source: Regional publication].