Belarus reports strong economic performance and new trade rules for 2025-2026

Belarus has released a series of economic reports showing positive results for 2025 and early 2026. The country attracted $7.6 billion in foreign investment, its foreign trade in goods reached nearly $90 billion, and its gold and foreign currency reserves hit a record high of $15.7 billion.

At the same time, the government is implementing several new policies. These include adjusting licensing rules for merchandise exports and imports, setting new financial technology standards for payment safety, and outlining requirements for goods to obtain a special status within the Union State, a partnership with Russia. The Prime Minister has praised the economy's performance in early 2026.