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Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus announced that starting from March 20, 2025 foreign citizens are able to enter Belarus using the E-visa. More: https://lnkd.in/dDKFn46b

NAIP took part in the meeting of the SCO Investors Association On March 18, the first meeting of the Investors Association of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization member states was held in Astana. The Director of the National Agency of Investment and Privatization Dzmitry Krasoŭsky represented Belarus at the meeting. In his speech, Krasoŭsky described the position of Belarus on the "investment map" of the SCO countries, provided information about preferential regimes and support measures for investors in Belarus. He focused on new mechanisms - a special investment agreement and fiscal transfers, which became available thanks to the updated investment law in 2024. The Investors Association of the SCO member states is a multilateral, consultative and expert platform created to promote the development of investment cooperation. The decision to establish the Association was made by the heads of the SCO member states at the summit in Astana in July 2024. The first meeting of the Association was held today at the Astana International Financial Center. A substantive discussion of current and prospective areas of cooperation in the field of investment took place, as well as an exchange of views on possible areas of joint activity. Many thanks to colleagues: KAZAKH INVEST

On February 25, 2025, the National Agency of Investment and Privatization of Belarus and the Istanbul PPP Center of Excellence (PPPCOE) signed a memorandum on continuing cooperation. This took place on the sidelines of the 9th Istanbul Public-Private Partnership Week. The purpose of cooperation is to exchange experiences and participate in mutual events. Istanbul PPP Week is an annual event and is being held this year from 24 to 27 February. It is organized by the Istanbul PPPCoE and Turkish Foreign Economic Relations Board (DEİK) under the umbrella of the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Trade. This year the week is being held under the theme of “PPP: More with Less”.

21 February - International Mother Language Day: How language can influence the business and investment climate? Language is not only about culture and heritage, it is also an important economic resource. In today's world, a country that supports its language and develops its national identity forms a strong brand and attracts the attention of foreign partners. ✅ Language and trust in business Business is based on trust. When foreign partners see that a country preserves its language and culture, it shows its stability and identity. Languages are like bridges between people, and strong national communication helps build strong economic ties! ✅ Being bilingual is a real advantage and a distinctive feature of Belarus. Knowing the Belarusian and Russian languages opens up a wide range of opportunities for business communication and partnership with different countries. We understand cultural differences and adapt negotiation strategies to the specifics of our partners. This is especially important in international business, where the cultural context can make or break negotiations. ✅ Language and economy: a winning formula! World experience shows that supporting the national language in the business environment is a sure-fire way to boost the local economy, increase consumer confidence and make the country more attractive for international companies. Belarus, as a country with a rich history and two official languages, can effectively develop intercultural dialogue and economic partnership.

At the invitation of our partner - Kiçik və Orta Biznesin İnkişafı Agentliyi, NAIP joined the Joint Declaration of Baku Climate Coalition for green transition of Small and Medium Entrepreneurship. This document was officially initiated within the framework of the COP29. The participants of the declaration emphasize the important role of small and medium businesses in transition to a green economy and express their commitment to developing various measures that help accelerate the green transition for small and medium businesses. "We fully agree with the assessment of the role of SMEs in the transition to a green economy, which is postulated in the declaration. We do acknowledge the role of both raising awareness and creating levers, for example, the development of green financing system, green loans. Thanks to them, it is easier for SMEs to make decisions on implementing projects that not only bring profit, but also include the best environmental and social practices. NAIP is always ready to help investors in implementing such projects, that is, green investment projects, in our country," says NAIP Director Dzmitry Krasousky.

Dozens of burnt tires, incredible shots of Belarusian cities, famous drift-pilots and a world-famous movie star. We wonder how many Belarusian cities shown in this video you have already visited? https://lnkd.in/dxJsjSxx

200 years ago (in October 1824), English bricklayer, businessman and inventor Joseph Aspdin patented a Portland Cement. It is the most common type of cement in general use around the world. The global cement market is now valued at over $400 billion and is projected to grow to $545 billion by 2030. 🌍 Even if cement technology seems fairly well developed, recent discoveries in nanotechnology and materials science have opened up the possibility of creating new intelligent functionalities in cement and concrete. For example, green cement, 3D printing of concrete, as well as self-healing & hydrophobic concretes, and even thermal energy concrete-based storage. These are attractors of investment in companies all around the world. The production capacity of Belarusian cement plants is over 5 million tons per year. The capacity of the domestic cement market is approximately 2.8 million tons. Learn more about the industry and business prospects in our analytical review: 👉 https://lnkd.in/dnpaZEAt

The basis of any production in the pulp and paper industry is deep processing of wood raw materials. In Belarus, due to the commissioning of new and modernization of existing enterprises in this industry, the depth of wood processing is close to 100%. The pulp production is one of the most cost-effective areas in wood processing 🌳 Make no mistake considering this industry conservative. There are many new trends in the world of paper. 📌 For instant, alternative fibers are produced from various of renewable sources, including agricultural waste & grasses. There is stone paper and even smart paper, which comes with built-in electronic components such as sensors, displays or communication devices. Read our review to learn about the latest trends in the pulp and paper industry and its opportunities in Belarus: https://lnkd.in/dtCj_ATq 👈🏻 #investinbelarus #NAIP