Export of tourist services expected to reach $270 mln by the end of the year

The potential of the tourism industry of Belarus should be realized to its full potential, said Prime Minister Roman Golovchenko at a meeting of the Presidium of the Council of Ministers. Belarus is open for guests. The tourism industry of our country has recovered from the known limitations. The year of 2024 will be a record year for export of tourist services. It is 270-five million dollars. Most often guests from Russia come to us. But nevertheless, there is room for growth. To give a new impetus to the Belarusian hospitality, the Prime Minister pointed out the need to develop the relevant infrastructure, hotel business and related services.

Roman Golovchenko, Prime Minister of Belarus:

"The Republic of Belarus has its unique opportunities and quite high competences in the sphere of health tourism. Our country is extremely attractive for foreign guests. We are known for our cordiality, openness, hospitality, quite a high level of services for a reasonable fee. But so far this sphere does not give the expected return for the country's GDP. There are dynamics, but it is not impressive at all."

I would like to add - the demand for travels of Belarusians in their native country is growing every year. Since 2019, their number has increased by 60%.