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Беларусь.Belarus Monthly magazine No. 12 (951), 2012 Published since 1930 State Registration Certificate of mass medium No.8 dated March 2nd, 2009, issued by the Ministry of Information of the Republic of Belarus
Belarus takes on CIS chair 6 8
Logic of pragmatic sense Contemporary
enterprise built on empty site near Mogilev in just over a year
Challenging re-consideration of econo- mic fundamentals
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Rates determined
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Being aware of one’s own worth In a
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Effect of unique opportunities
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competitive global market, producers are battling for customer loyalty more than ever. Buyers expect quality and reliability, with enterprises investing huge efforts to build a good reputation for their brand
Berezina River — a symbol of reconciliation Belarusian, Russian and
French flags fly at commemorative event marking 200th anniversary of 1812 War, held on Brilevskoe field
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‘Seychelles’ of Volkovysk District
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Heart to heart
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Each garland comprises thousands of smiles
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Silver of native fog Anatoly Baranovsky
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CASTLES RECEIVE GUESTS
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Imaginative discovery of the world At
awarded title of People’s Artist of Belarus, following career of hardships
the age of 63, Grodno sculptor Nikolay Sklyar is still working hard, earning his living and travelling. He works both independently and with large teams, regularly participating in open air workshops
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Light and shade Of Tatiana Likhacheva
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In a word — a master! Famous Belaru-
sian singer, People’s Artist of Belarus Nikolay Skorikov is 55! The powerful bass-baritone has enjoyed a life so far filled with wild, mystical coincidences and much deserved recognition
Founders: The Information Ministry of the Republic of Belarus “SB” newspaper editorial office Belvnesheconombank Editor: Viktor Kharkov Executive Secretary: Valentina Zhdanovich
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Publisher: “SB” editorial office This magazine has been printed at “Belarusian House of Press” Publishing Office” UE. 79 Nezavisimosti Ave., Minsk, Belarus, 220013 Order No.3813 Total circulation — 1965 copies (including 734 in English).
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Dancing for quarter of a century
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