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Head of the U.S. Embassy Jennifer Moore on U.S. visas, Kremlin influence and elections in Belarus

Since Karen Stewart left that post in March 2008, the U.S. diplomatic mission to Belarus has been head by a Chargé d’Affaires. For a little over a year, Jenifer Moore has been working in this position, representing the U.S. government and its interests here. Now she speaks about the expected arrival of a new ambassador, the high cost of American visas, what she expects from Belarusian parliamentary elections, and what she does in addition to her work.
US, Belarus plan to restore ambassadors after 11-year freeze

The rapprochement comes as Belarus seeks to ease its isolation in the West and balance its close ties with Russia. The US and Belarus withdrew their ambassadors in 2008.
Will Belarus be able to buy American oil?

Information about the intention of the Belarusian Oil Company (BOC, special exporter of Belarusian oil products) to purchase American oil has caused a storm of emotions in the media environment. However, there is no sensation in this news.
The Belarusian ruble exchange rate has collapsed by almost 4%. What was that?

Devaluation of the Belarusian ruble, which occurred in late August – early September, is likely to be caused by the actions of the National Bank and commercial banks, which decided to weaken the Belarusian currency in order to support exports. Could it happen again?
Some foreign embassies in Belarus pay only 1 USD for land. Others are not that lucky

The Chinese and UAE embassies have allocated land for a dollar. What about Russia, the United States, Ukraine and others? As it turned out, the approaches in many cases are different.
“I earn less in Belarus, but I consider it an investment.” How a developer from Italy got a job in a Belarusian company without a visa

In April 2018, VironIT developer Chiara Sammarco got the opportunity to work in Belarus without a visa. She was the first to enter the country “at the request of the HTP.”
Chernobyl: the wildlife haven created when people left

Rare and endangered animals have thrived in the Chernobyl disaster zone since it was evacuated in 1986, as a new wildlife tour in southern Belarus shows
“Every month, we’d go to hell “: The Frenchman moved to a Belarusian village and now he bakes bread

The Frenchman Daniel Sabo moved to Belarus 15 years ago to get his beloved woman. After the closure of the business and the period of depression, the man decided… to bake bread.
Swiss representation in Belarus to be upgraded to full embassy

At its meeting on 15 May 2019, the Federal Council decided to upgrade the Swiss representation in Minsk to a full embassy. The decision was based on the steadily growing relations between Switzerland and Belarus.
Euronews: Minsk gears up for European Games

In June, the Belarus capital Minsk will host thousands of athletes and spectators at the European Games. Focus takes a look at how the city is preparing for the sporting event, readying transport and venues which are set to leave a lasting legacy.

Head of the U.S. Embassy Jennifer Moore on U.S. visas, Kremlin influence and elections in Belarus

US, Belarus plan to restore ambassadors after 11-year freeze

Will Belarus be able to buy American oil?

The Belarusian ruble exchange rate has collapsed by almost 4%. What was that?

Some foreign embassies in Belarus pay only 1 USD for land. Others are not that lucky

“I earn less in Belarus, but I consider it an investment.” How a developer from Italy got a job in a Belarusian company without a visa

Chernobyl: the wildlife haven created when people left

“Every month, we’d go to hell “: The Frenchman moved to a Belarusian village and now he bakes bread

Swiss representation in Belarus to be upgraded to full embassy

Euronews: Minsk gears up for European Games

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