tania August 28, 2026 11:08 Real wages in Belarus increased by 7.5% in the first half of 2026. First of all, the results of the implementation of the tripartite general agreement were summed up at the Federation of Trade Unions. Thus, household incomes were twice the forecast figures.

Real wages and the situation on the labor market

Consequently, steady growth in payments continued at the country's enterprises. In addition, the number of organizations with low wages fell by almost two-thirds. At the same time, the incomes of public sector employees reached 81% of the average national level.

At the same time, unemployment in the country fell to a record 2.2%. However, trade unions recorded about 220 cases of delayed payments by employers. Moreover, most violations were found in agriculture and construction. Inspectors are already taking tough measures to ensure workers are paid in full.