The governments of Belarus and Russia were given instructions by the presidents

Following the talks between the presidents of Belarus and Russia, the governments of the two countries were given a dozen specific instructions. In particular, they concern measures to protect the internal economic market of the Union State. As for the price of Russian gas for Belarus, its cost will not increase, the prices will be fixed for three years, and the relevant agreement will be signed in the near future. Much attention is paid to the implementation of 14 import substitution programs. They are already operational, a loan agreement for 105 billion Russian rubles has been signed. The number of allied programs is planned to be increased to 20. Most of them concern mechanical engineering and microelectronics.