Belarus and European countries

Geographically, historically and culturally Belarus is an integral part of Europe, situated at the crossroads of major transportation and trade routes that link various regions of the European continent. The country contributes significantly to security in Europe, fight against drug trafficking, illegal arms trade, illegal migration and trafficking in human beings, advocates for the peaceful settlement of regional conflicts.

Belarus established and maintains diplomatic relations practically with all European states. 28 Belarusian diplomatic missions currently operate in the following 22 countries of Europe: Austria, Bulgaria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Estonia, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, the United Kingdom and Vatican. Many of them are accredited concurrently in the neighboring countries.

In the recent years, more emphasis was given to the institution of Honorary Consuls of the Republic of Belarus, representing Belarus in more than 20 European countries and fostering bilateral relations, human exchanges and contacts between the business communities.

Despite the West’s ongoing attempts to exert political, economic and informational pressure, Minsk continues to make a significant contribution to global food security and emphasises its readiness to work together with neighboring Western states to address migration issues and combat cross-border crime. Although it is not a party to the conflict in Ukraine, Belarus continues its humanitarian efforts with a view to bringing about a swift resolution to the conflict.

The West is currently continuing to pursue a policy of refusing to engage in an equal dialogue with Minsk, to the detriment of its own economic interests and regional security. At the same time, the Republic of Belarus remains open and committed to mutually beneficial cooperation with European countries, making every effort to prevent its further deterioration whilst responding appropriately to unfriendly provocations and unilateral restrictions.

Amid negative developments in political relations and the West’s unlawful and unscrupulous blocking of economic ties with Belarus, the Belarusian side continues to fulfill its international obligations related to ensuring security, preventing escalation in the region, and facilitating the movement of goods, while demonstrating its readiness to build good-neighborly relations with European states.

​Citizens of 38 European countries enjoy visa-free entry to Belarus.

⇒ Belarus in International Relations