Belarus and Russia Strengthen Economic Ties at 13th Forum of Regions

The 13th Forum of Regions of Belarus and Russia is currently underway at Minsk International Exhibition Centre. Russian and Belarusian manufacturers are displaying their products at BELEXPO. The event highlights growing ties between the two nations, particularly in trade and industry. Trade between Kuban and Belarus has seen significant growth. Exports from Kuban to Belarus have risen by over 40 percent since 2021. Overall trade turnover between the two has increased by 22 percent in the same period.

Cooperation with major Belarusian industrial firms is progressing well. Partners include Minsk Tractor Works, MAZ, and Gomselmash. The Krasnodar Krai stand at the forum features products from companies holding the 'Made in Kuban' quality mark, such as Kuban-Vino winery, Yuzhnaya agrofirm, Kaloriya, and Kraft Foods Group.

Governor Veniamin Kondratyev of Krasnodar Krai expressed confidence in further strengthening the partnership with Belarus. Valentina Matviyenko also believes mutually beneficial relations between Kuban and Belarus will continue to grow. The health resort sector is seen as another area with great potential for collaboration. The forum demonstrates the expanding economic and industrial ties between Kuban and Belarus. Both regions have recorded substantial increases in trade and exports. Leaders from both sides have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening cooperation.