Lukashenko calls for using local fuels instead of ‘begging for oil and gas’
It is necessary to more actively use local fuels in the country and consolidate the export of the relevant products. Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko gave the relevant instructions during the government conference, BelTA news agency reported.
The president pointed out that, for instance, peat, wood chips and shavings literally lie under one's feet. “While we have to go and beg for natural gas and oil. These resources should be utilized. Vitebsk Oblast has learned how to do it. This experience should be spread onto the entire country because we have enough timber that is thrown away,” the Belarusian leader said.