The 5th Belarusian People"s Congress completed its work in Minsk. It comprised 150 proposals, a few hundred hotline phone calls, discussions, and exchange of experience. As a result of the big forum, the program on Belarus" social and economic development until 2020 has been adopted. Some 2,500 delegates of the Belarusian People"s Congress have approved a draft resolution. The document will become the foundation for new Belarusian economy. Improving the quality of life of people is the main objective.Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko delivered the concluding speech. According to the head of state such forums are examples of true grassroots democracy.
