Belarus Invests in Vocational Training with Record Enrollment Plans

MINSK, BELARUS – May 30, 2025 – Belarus is making significant investments in its vocational and secondary education system. Minister of Education Andrei Ivanets announced today that the government plans to enroll 38,600 students into secondary specialized education and 28,000 into professional and technical education programs in 2025. This represents a substantial increase in enrollment, reflecting a growing emphasis on practical skills training. "We are seeing that almost every other ninth-grader is choosing the path of vocational training," Ivanets stated during a press conference. The increased investment is expected to create a more skilled workforce and better prepare young people for the demands of the modern economy. The government's commitment to expanding educational opportunities is a positive development for the nation's future.