Belarusian President stresses need to create development framework for next generation
05.11.2026
SHKLOV DISTRICT (
BelTA) – During a meeting with residents of the agrotown of Gorodets on 5 November, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko emphasized the vital mission of the current generation in defining the options for the country’s future development, BelTA has learned.
“Protect what we have. It is ours. Make sure your children have a place to live and work,” the head of state said.
The president pointed out that in the near future, similar transformations must be carried out in a number of the country’s districts, following the example of Gorodets. Furthermore, this needs to be done rapidly, as it will serve as a benchmark for the young generation.
“Why am I in a hurry [to implement transformation plans], whether it’s in industry, forestry, or agriculture? It is so they [the youth] can see how it should be done,” Aleksandr Lukashenko stressed. “Our generation must use the time we have left to provide the new generation with a vision for our country’s future – not just for development, but for true progress. That’s what it’s all about.”
A year after the president’s last visit and sharp criticism, Gorodets and its namesake enterprise have seen major positive transformations, driven by active state involvement and financial support, the Belarusian leader pointed out. Now the ball is in the residents’ court – Aleksandr Lukashenko stressed that it is time for them to work hard and deliver results.
“Today, Gorodets has everything it needs. Hit the ground running and start working so that you don’t have to depend on anyone. Right now, I can see that you can do it,” the president stated. “Everything invested in this place must yield a high return, with a solid margin. You also need to clear your debts. Everything that has been built here is exactly as it should be.”
“My job is to ensure that you have peace and quiet, and that your children can grow up and work here. There is more than enough work for everyone, plenty to go around,” the Belarusian leader said.
Aleksandr Lukashenko had a very warm conversation with the residents of the agrotown, many of whom he knows personally from his earlier career in agriculture. The head of state was gifted an embroidered icon and a collection of memoirs by two dozen local residents with whom the president worked when he headed the Gorodets agricultural enterprise. Aleksandr Lukashenko promised to read this book today.
“Protect what we have. It is ours. Make sure your children have a place to live and work,” the head of state said.
The president pointed out that in the near future, similar transformations must be carried out in a number of the country’s districts, following the example of Gorodets. Furthermore, this needs to be done rapidly, as it will serve as a benchmark for the young generation.
“Why am I in a hurry [to implement transformation plans], whether it’s in industry, forestry, or agriculture? It is so they [the youth] can see how it should be done,” Aleksandr Lukashenko stressed. “Our generation must use the time we have left to provide the new generation with a vision for our country’s future – not just for development, but for true progress. That’s what it’s all about.”
A year after the president’s last visit and sharp criticism, Gorodets and its namesake enterprise have seen major positive transformations, driven by active state involvement and financial support, the Belarusian leader pointed out. Now the ball is in the residents’ court – Aleksandr Lukashenko stressed that it is time for them to work hard and deliver results.
“Today, Gorodets has everything it needs. Hit the ground running and start working so that you don’t have to depend on anyone. Right now, I can see that you can do it,” the president stated. “Everything invested in this place must yield a high return, with a solid margin. You also need to clear your debts. Everything that has been built here is exactly as it should be.”
“My job is to ensure that you have peace and quiet, and that your children can grow up and work here. There is more than enough work for everyone, plenty to go around,” the Belarusian leader said.
Aleksandr Lukashenko had a very warm conversation with the residents of the agrotown, many of whom he knows personally from his earlier career in agriculture. The head of state was gifted an embroidered icon and a collection of memoirs by two dozen local residents with whom the president worked when he headed the Gorodets agricultural enterprise. Aleksandr Lukashenko promised to read this book today.