World Bank In Belarus

The World Bank In Belarus

Belarus’s economic recovery continued, with real GDP growth reaching 3% in 2018, driven by favorable external conditions and stronger domestic demand. The growth outlook in 2019 and in the medium term remains weak at about 2% per annum.

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Railway and Logistics Sector Study

Belarus rail sector reforms would boost competitiveness, contribution to economy, says a new World Bank study.

Solid Waste Management

A New Way to Manage Waste in Grodno

The city of Grodno has found a solution setting the stage for further improvements in waste management nationwide.

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Private Sector and Income Growth

Improving the private sector environment in Belarus is key to income growth.

Belarus At-A-Glance

Belarus has pursued a gradual transition path, characterized by limited structural reforms and a modest expansion of the private sector. Policies have focused on upgrading state-owned enterprises with the help of subsidies and preferential loans through state-owned banks.

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Project

Public Financial Management Modernization Project

The objective of the project is to improve policy alignment of the budget, consolidate cash balances, improve budget transparency and lay foundations for implementation of an Integrated Financial Management Information System (FMIS).

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Research

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Economy

Belarus Economic Update — Fall 2018

Strategy

Country Partnership Framework for 2018-2022

Private Sector

Doing Business in Belarus: Training for Reform

Country Diagnostic

Belarus Systematic Country Diagnostic

Belarus in Figures

Find data and facts about the country's development progress.

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The economy continued to decline due to weakness in exports and final consumption. The contraction has put pressures on external and fiscal accounts as large public debt repayments come due in 2017. Economic recovery is expected to remain modest and gradual as negative feedback loops would continue to subdue domestic demand, while weak labor market could further deteriorate household incomes. Necessary adjustment measures and accelerated reforms are necessary to improve market expectations and mobilize investment for sustainable recovery. Read more...