Lukashenko: Belarus can compete in global microelectronics market
At a meeting on the development of domestic microelectronics organised at INTEGRAL JSC today, President of Belarus Aleksandr Lukashenko directed industrialists to proactively modernise enterprises, introduce new technologies and invest in personnel, emphasising that Belarus can compete in the global microelectronics market
The Head of State recalled that the modernisation of the branch is currently underway as part of the programme outlining the microelectronic industry development until 2030. “Over the past two years, almost Br500m have been allocated for its implementation, and it is planned to master the same amount by 2030. The total revenue in the industry should increase 3-4 times during this period,” he said.
The President asked how the programme is being implemented, whether any relevant changes and additions are needed. The Belarusian leader stated that there are certain results already: foreign exchange earnings and profits are growing, and salaries at enterprises are 1.5 times higher than the national average.
“I am sure there are reserves to boost – to maximise production volumes and increase exports – this year as well. The modern world is in need of billions of chips, microchips, and transistors. At the same time, the struggle for markets is also intense. No one is ready to abandon their niche, giving it to someone other. The competition will get tougher. We can compete in this market, and this is our great achievement," Aleksandr Lukashenko emphasised.
Therefore, as noted by the Head of State, it is necessary to look into the future as far as possible and invest in development. “The proactive modernisation of enterprises must be ensured, and we should also introduce the latest technologies and invest in personnel. The state will always find the money for this,” he said.
The President asked how work is progressing to train specialists and encourage them to work in the industry, how co-operation with universities is structured, whether there are any problems and what help is needed. “I would like to emphasise once again: our industry needs to focus on what we should produce today with an eye on tomorrow. Money is to be invested in the production in which we have competencies. It is necessary not only to develop ‘in depth’, but also to expand," Aleksandr Lukashenko said.
The Belarusian leader mentioned the nuclear power industry as an example, noting that the Belarusian NPP was a ‘complete novelty’ for us, but it is already being operated without attracting personnel from outside, “That's how we are steadily developing these competencies. They are present here, and they need to be developed – especially taking into account the fact that everything we produce now is in demand, including food and integrated circuits.”
