Lukashenko has determined the procedure for the participation of representatives of Belarus in international events
Head of State Alexander Lukashenko signed Decree No. 459 "On the Representation of the Republic of Belarus at International Events" on December 9. BELTA was informed about this by the Press Service of the President.
In accordance with the decree, from March 1, 2025, the use of the words "Republic of Belarus", "Belarus", "national", "Belarusian" in the names of cultural, sports, and educational events aimed at selecting individuals for their preparation for participation and/or participation in international events on behalf of the Republic of Belarus will be permitted only if a state organization acts as the organizer of the event.
The National School of Beauty is granted the status of a single coordinator for the organization and holding of the National Beauty Contest "Miss Belarus", and selections of representatives of the Republic of Belarus for participation in international beauty contests.
The decree also defines the procedure for the participation of representatives of Belarus in international cultural, sports, and educational events, the documents for which provide for the representation of the state by only one person (team).
The representation of the Republic of Belarus at such events by an individual or a team will be possible subject to their passing a national selection or their being sent for participation by a state organization, or notification of a state body about the intention to participate in such an event.
These norms will help protect the interests of our country and ensure the preparation of national participants for significant international events at the highest professional level.