English in Belarus: Facts and Resources

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National Seal of Belarus
English is a relatively new presence in Belarus, with only around twelve percent of the population speaking English as a foreign language. However, this is likely to change; English is now a compulsory subject in Belarusian education. 
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Belarusians learning English
Belarusian English Club
Belarusians eager to practice English and meet new people are welcome to join this free intermediate English club that meets every Sunday at 6:00pm. The club is led by Mikola Andrejeu. The students are instructed in British English.
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Dima Bilan

Belarusian Pop Culture: English Influences
Dima Bilan

Dima Bilan is native to Belarus but competed for Russia in the 2008 Eurovision Song Contest. His song, "Believe," won the competition. The music video features several prominent Eastern European figures, including Olympic gold medalist and three-time world champion figure skater Evgeni Plushenko and Hungarian violinist, Edvin Marton. Both the English and Russian versions of "Believe" are popular in Belarus today.