Minsk authorities decided not to launch a high-speed tram
A few years ago, the Minsk authorities promised the citizens to launch a high-speed tram from the station to the outskirts of the city, as well as to extend the tram line to the airport itself. However, it was decided to abandon the project, Minsk-News reported.
Belarus has withdrawn from the agreement with Poland on the recognition of higher education
Belarus has suspended the intergovernmental agreement with Poland on mutual recognition of higher education documents and degrees in science and art. The resolution was signed on October 25, Devby.io reported.
Belarusian-Russian satellite launch dates are not yet known
Scientists from Belarus and Russia continue to work on joint projects in the field of space. One of the projects is the creation and launch of a satellite. The satellite is currently under development, and the launch dates have not yet been determined, BelTA reported.
According to the Prime Minister of Belarus, inflation in the country next year will reach 7%-8%, Sputnik reported. At the same time, GDP will grow by 3.8%. Such rates will be provided due to an increase in industrial production by 2.4% in 2023.
From December 1, Belavia will fly on the Minsk-Dubai-Minsk route. Flights will be operated twice a week to the DXB airport, the airline's website reported. Let us remind you that the carrier has also launched regular flights to Turkmenistan.
Belarus ranked 58th out of 70 in terms of Internet freedom
The international organization Freedom House has released a report on Internet freedom in different countries of the world. This year Belarus scored 28 points and took 58th place together with the OEA, Devby.io reported. In 2021, the country took 56th place and scored 31 points, in 2020 — 46th place.
Reconstruction of the oldest Pobeda Cinema continues in Minsk
Specialists have completed the dismantling of the old elements of the Pobeda Cinema building and are starting to install new window blocks and metal structures, Minsk-News reported. Let us remind you that Minsk City Mall should open before the end of this year.
Drug prices will fall with a decline in exchange rates
According to the new Presidential Decree No. 380, pharmacies should reduce prices for medicines if the Belarusian ruble becomes more expensive relative to foreign currencies, BelTA reported.