Lukashenko Signs Decree to Boost Robotics Sector with Tax Incentives and Support for Domestic Production

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has signed a decree aimed at stimulating robotics development as part of the country's socio-economic development program for 2026-2030. The initiative was approved following decisions made at the VII All-Belarusian People's Assembly and targets achieving a robot density of at least 100 units per 10,000 workers in manufacturing industries by 2030.

The decree pursues two primary strategies: accelerating robot adoption by creating favorable conditions for end-users, and developing domestic robot production and engineering capabilities. To support these goals, the decree provides tax incentives and preferential policies for both consumers and manufacturers. For consumers, the measures include allowing depreciation with a 1.5 coefficient for profit tax calculations, exempting imported robots from value-added tax (VAT), and providing full VAT refunds within 30 days for robots purchased domestically. Producers and engineering companies benefit from VAT exemptions on robots and components, as well as opportunities for technology park residents to sell robot components for warranty and post-warranty services, lease manufactured robots, and provide comprehensive product management services.

These provisions are designed to transform the business model from one-time robot sales to comprehensive product lifecycle management, encompassing pre-project analysis, development, long-term maintenance, system integration, and distribution. Officials note that robot adoption is standard global practice that enhances product competitiveness by reducing production costs and improving quality. The decree is expected to accelerate development of Belarus's robotics sector and strengthen its industrial competitiveness.