Future of Belarus: Key Development Priorities Outlined for the Next Five Years
The Belarusian government has presented a draft plan for socio-economic development from 2026 to 2030, which was conceptually approved in April 2025. The plan, led by the Ministry of Economy under Yuri Chebotar, outlines seven major directions and five primary priorities aimed at addressing societal demands, the head of state's instructions, and current issues over the next five years.
The five main priorities in this plan are rental housing, quality roads, development of the real sector (with a focus on digitization and technological advancement), strong regions, and tourism. The government has established a legislative foundation for rental housing, allowing for its purchase, and enterprises are offered loans for construction.
The real sector is expected to contribute 4.5% of the GDP by the end of 2030. To achieve this, the wood processing industry has been identified as a sector for utilizing local raw materials, and robots and tourism are given significant attention. Yuri Chebotar has also mentioned the establishment of a "robotics industry" as a focus area, with support for robotization and automation in enterprises.
In addition to these priorities, over 30 scientific-technical, 19 state, and 7 regional programs will be implemented in the next five years. However, the plan does not provide details about the specific strategies or measures to achieve these priorities and directions, nor does it specify any targets or goals for each of the five main priorities and seven directions.
The implementation of this socio-economic development program will involve various governmental agencies, international development organizations, private sector companies, and civil society institutions. The concept of the program has become clearer over time regarding who and what will implement it.
It is important to note that the socio-economic development plan does not mention any potential challenges or obstacles that may arise in achieving these priorities and directions. As the plan moves forward, it will be crucial to address any potential issues and ensure the successful implementation of the program.
The socio-economic development plan for 2026-2030 presents a comprehensive approach to addressing Belarus's current and future societal demands. With a focus on key areas such as rental housing, infrastructure, digitization, regional development, and tourism, the plan aims to propel Belarus into a more prosperous and technologically advanced future.
