19/08/2026
Diplomatic Engagement | Republic of Belarus
President of Belarus - Aleksandr Lukashenko received Dr. Ismail Safi, Vice President of the Black Sea–Caspian Sea International Fund (now IFSPD Europe), at the Presidential Palace to discuss opportunities for regional cooperation, innovation, and sustainable economic development.
During the meeting, President Lukashenko highlighted Belarus' commitment to advancing high-tech, knowledge-based industries and recognised the Foundation's work in areas such as advanced technologies, energy, and innovation. He described the organisation as a strong international association with the potential to make a significant contribution to regional and global economic development, while affirming Belarus' full support for its initiatives.
President Alexander Lukashenko was joined at the meeting by Foreign Minister Vladimir Makei, Economy Minister Nikolai Snopkov, Minsk Governor Vasiliy Vasilyevich, and IFSPD Europe Secretary General Eldar Hasanov.
The discussions explored potential cooperation across a range of strategic sectors, including advanced manufacturing, energy technologies, infrastructure, and innovation, with the shared objective of strengthening collaboration between Europe and Asia.
This meeting reflects IFSPD Europe's longstanding commitment to fostering international dialogue and building partnerships with governments to advance sustainable development and regional cooperation.
Official archives of the meeting:
https://president.gov.by/en/events/alexander-lukashenko-meets-wit-dr-ismail-safi-8684
https://www.sb.by/articles/power-of-the-oncoming-movement-164768.html
https://kopyl.gov.by/en/news/region-news/item/13176-another-hi-tech-park-to-open-in-belarus-8930.html
https://www.haberler.com/guncel/lukashenko-turk-isadamlari-icin-arazi-sozu-verdi-6006462-haberi/