Belarus has sufficient scientific and technical developments not only for defence and security, but also for peaceful life. This was stated by President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko during his visit to the exhibition "Belarus Intellectual", as reported by a BELTA correspondent.
"We once agreed with the head of the Academy that we must show what we can do," the head of state recalled. The exhibition features hundreds of developments, but this is far from all. Moreover, about half of them have already been put into production and are successfully sold.
"People need to see this exhibition. In fact, we have enough of everything not only for defence and security, but also for peaceful life," the Belarusian leader noted.
The head of state showed particular interest in developments in the field of artificial intelligence. He had previously discussed this topic during meetings with foreign partners, including those from the United Arab Emirates, who are seriously involved in this area. In this regard, Alexander Lukashenko also recalled the project to build an experimental multifunctional complex in Minsk, "Northern Shore". "Why I fell for this: not only because there will be $5 billion in investment, but they promised me to create this smart city. And there will be a powerful educational platform for artificial intelligence. There will be a university, we will train people," the head of state explained. "If you need support or extensive contacts with these people (they have advanced far in this regard), please."
As reported to the President, along with this, Belarusian developments in the field of artificial intelligence are in demand worldwide, and specialists from different countries are learning from each other.
"You can count on me. I will support and help if necessary," Alexander Lukashenko assured.
He inspected a stand featuring domestic computers produced by "Horizont". Similar equipment has already been installed on the President's desk, replacing a device from a well-known Western brand.
"Well done. You have shown that we can do anything. And no matter how difficult it was, we did it," the Belarusian leader emphasized.
He stated that even in the West, they are beginning to understand that "there is no point in fooling around, it is necessary to cooperate with Belarusians."
Alexander Lukashenko, referring to the localization level of manufactured computers, said: "For now, thank you. But 70% by the end of the year." Currently, this level is about 30%.
There was also a report on developments in microelectronics. This is an area where interaction is currently actively developing in a union format with Russia.
The President generally emphasized the importance of developing artificial intelligence and the special role of microelectronics. "If we want to be a great, civilized state in terms of intellect, this is the foundation, the future. There can be no artificial intelligence without you," said Alexander Lukashenko.
The President was also briefed in detail on a number of other developments – laser technologies, the production of innovative battery packs, developments in electric transport and space, medicine, defense, and security. Among these, unmanned aerial vehicles can be singled out, which are intended not only for army needs but also, for example, for agriculture. They are used in field treatment for the application of plant protection products.
Developments in medicine are widely represented. For example, modern materials for prosthetics, drugs for the treatment of cancer. Currently, preclinical trials of an domestically developed artificial heart valve are underway. This is a completely import-substituting development that is not inferior to foreign analogues.
The Head of State traditionally pays a lot of attention to the agricultural sector. Given that food security issues in the world are quite acute, the developments of Belarusian agricultural scientists are particularly relevant. They are also widely represented at the exhibition.
A separate section of the exhibition is dedicated to the developments of young scientists. Currently, every fifth researcher in Belarus belongs to this category.
To conclude his visit to the exhibition, Alexander Lukashenko was presented with a book on the history of Belarusian statehood, which has been used for student training in the country's higher education institutions since September 1.
Source: belta.by