Belexpo: Minsk’s New International Exhibition Hub Poised to Drive Economic and Social Development

Minsk, Belarus – The recently launched Minsk International Exhibition Center Belexpo is emerging as a powerful catalyst for economic, social, and cultural advancement in Belarus, according to Sergey Voronkov, President of the Russian Union of Exhibitions and Fairs (RUEF).

Speaking to the media during a business delegation’s visit, Voronkov praised Belexpo’s strategic significance, calling it “a dynamic platform for developing competencies across economic, social, and cultural spheres.” He emphasized that modern congress and exhibition centers have evolved beyond mere venues they now act as engines of development and new institutions of social interaction.

Belexpo: A Multifunctional Venue for Business, Culture, and Innovation

Designed to host a wide array of events including business summits, youth and cultural festivals, and thematic forums Belexpo enhances Belarus’ position as a regional hub for international collaboration and innovation.

“In today’s interconnected world, such venues are not just about exhibitions,” said Voronkov. “They are where business meets opportunity where partnerships form, deals are struck, and industries grow. Belexpo has all the potential to become that kind of strategic meeting ground for Belarus.”

Congress and Exhibition Platforms Fueling Technological Leadership

Citing Russia’s experience under international sanctions, Voronkov illustrated how congress and exhibition centers played a crucial role in enabling the country to transition from import dependence to technological self-reliance. These platforms helped rebuild supply chains, foster innovation, and create a resilient industrial base.

“We achieved this transformation largely through exhibition events,” he explained. “These venues became places where investors met innovators, and customers connected with suppliers. Minsk now has such a place—Belexpo will become a cornerstone of Belarus’ economic and technological progress, as well as a major destination for business tourism.”

Strategic Partnership with the Russian Union of Exhibitions and Fairs

Belexpo is a member of the Russian Union of Exhibitions and Fairs, which supports the advancement of the events and trade fair industry across the region. A delegation comprising leading Russian exhibition organizers, venue owners, and event service providers participated in a recent business mission to Belarus. The group toured the Belexpo venue and attended the “Road to Victory” exhibition, gaining insights into the center’s capabilities and Belarus’ growing business potential.