The Prime Minister of Belarus Alexander Turchin presented state awards to workers of key industries in the country. Awards were received by representatives of industry, agriculture, construction, transport, housing and community services, forestry, education and customs authorities. "A country becomes strong when it has clear goals and people who are ready to achieve them. These are the ones who create new industries, build facilities, ensure the operation of factories, develop education, medicine, culture and other fields," Turchin noted.