Lukashenko: export diversification is main task of industry
The main goal of the industrial sector is export diversification, as well as increasing the supplies of goods to traditional markets and the systematic development of new directions – as stated by President of Belarus Aleksandr Lukashenko during today’s meeting on the development of the Belarusian industry. Starting the conversation, the Head of State recalled that the decision to hold it was made in late June. Then, during the President’s personnel appointments, it was determined that the results of the work of industrial organisations would be reviewed and prospects would be discussed with the new Industry Minister.
The President drew attention to the positive trends in the industry, “Judging by the information that I have, the situation is generally going well. Production volumes have been steadily growing for several years. Last year, the industry exported $6.5bn – a record over the past decade.”
At the same time, Aleksandr Lukashenko pointed out that success is not a reason to rest on our laurels, “In no case should we relax. All assigned tasks for the production and sale of goods must be completed. We identified the main directions for the development of the Belarusian industry in April during an expanded meeting. The tasks remain the same, there is no need to clarify them. Export diversification is the main goal.”
The President noted that Belarus’ accession to the Shanghai Co-operation Organisation opens up completely unique opportunities to promote industrial products to the SCO member states, “It is necessary to develop these areas widely.”
According to Aleksandr Lukashenko, trade-economic ties with Latin American countries have resumed.
