Belarusian Speaker of the House, Igor Sergeenko, stressed that Belarus has the resources needed to help ease the world’s food crisis amid ongoing volatility in supply chains. He noted that Belarus ranks among the planet’s leading exporters of fertilizers and agricultural products, and he expressed readiness to contribute to stabilizing global food supplies and strengthening food security for partner regions, including the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. The remarks were carried by TASS, signaling Minsk’s intention to play a constructive role in international food diplomacy and to translate national strengths into tangible aid for markets facing shortages.
Sergeenko emphasized Minsk’s openness to dialogue and its support for deeper ties between ASEAN and the Eurasian Economic Union. He pointed to practical avenues for cooperation, such as trading rules that facilitate faster shipments, reliable fertilizer supplies, and collaborative projects in agri-tech, logistics, and farm-to-market linkages. The goal, he said, is to create a steady, predictable framework that respects mutual interests while expanding opportunities for farmers, processors, and businesses on both sides.
Within the picture of global trade, ASEAN accounts for roughly 7.4 percent of world commerce, placing it fourth behind the European Union, which leads with about 29.7 percent, and BRICS at 21.6 percent. YUSMKA follows with an estimated 15.7 percent. Sergeenko’s figures underline the bloc’s growing significance for regional economies and provide a backdrop for Belarus to engage ASEAN strategically within the Eurasian space.
Earlier reports indicated Belarus considered covering part of its budget deficit with a loan from the Russian Federation, a move that would reflect the close economic partnership between Minsk and Moscow. While the specifics of any financing would depend on broader fiscal decisions and regional economic conditions, the idea illustrates Belarus’s willingness to explore financial mechanisms that support stability and development in its public finances.
Together with ongoing conversations about trade and security, Minsk’s public stance signals a broader strategy to harness Belarus’s agricultural and industrial strengths to assist partners while strengthening its own economic ties. Observers will be watching for concrete steps, including signed supply contracts, joint ventures, and quality‑assurance partnerships that could materialize as a result of this renewed dialogue with ASEAN and its Eurasian partners.