COVID-19 Technical mission of experts to the Republic of Belarus: 8–11 April 2020. Executive summary

The COVID-19 outbreak in Belarus has entered the community transmission scenario. This is a pivotal moment for Belarus in its outbreak response and therefore requires the immediate implementation of additional interventions – particularly physical distancing measures.

The COVID-19 response in Belarus has provided valuable insights towards a better understanding of the transmission of the virus and the importance of a multisectoral approach to this pandemic. These experiences will benefit not only the development of the next phase of the response in Belarus, but also the responses in other European countries and the global efforts to combat this virus.

WHO reiterates its support to Belarus and is prepared to continue support towards maintaining and strengthening the current response as well as assisting in developing and implementing the next phase in pandemic response activities.