India was one of the first countries to recognize Belarus after the break up of the Soviet Union in 1991. Formal diplomatic relations were established on 17th April, 1992. A Resident Mission was opened in Minsk on 14th May, 1992. The current Indian Ambassador to Belarus is Mr. Ramesh Chander. Belarus opened its Embassy in India in June 1998 and the first Ambassador of Belarus to India was His Excellency Mr. Vladimir Sokolovsky.
In our Foreign Policy objective, we accord a high strategic priority to Belarus. We view Belarus as a time tested friend. We share common views on many of the international issues. We greatly value its opinion, support and understanding on these matters. Our relationship has been cordial and is based on solid foundations.
Belarus is a country having great potential in the sphere of Science and Technology. It is home to many sophisticated Research Institutes. It has made great advances in many spheres like Laser Technology, Chemistry, Computer Hardware and Software and many other related fields. India has expertise in industrial and technological sectors too and its proficiency is widely known. Belarus is an important strategic partner in these fields. We have ongoing cooperation in the field of political, economic, cultural, scientific, technological etc. fields.
Bilateral Relations