This article analyzes present-day realities of the monetary environment in Belarus. The author describes the state of monetary policy in Belarus, reasons and consequences of such state, as well as probable strengthening of monetary policy orientation towards smoothing the output fluctuations.

Population ageing and declined in birth rates are among the major challenges to Belarusian economic development. The labor force is projected to decline, and the Social Protection Fund would run into deficits. To make the pension system sustainable, we need to switch to a partially funded pension system.

The article is devoted to the analysis of economic growth in Belarus. It shows that the steady rate of economic growth in Belarus has noticeably weakened in recent years, which was due to accelerated capital accumulation.

A perfect economic storm is approaching Belarus. A GDP decline in 2020 has become almost inevitable. In the near future, the Belarusian economy will face new serious difficulties. Competent anticipatory actions - which must be taken immediately - can mitigate the loss of output and incomes, and prevent or limit financial stress.

The aim of this article is to evaluate the strategies of labor market behavior of the Belarusian population according to a survey conducted by the BEROC and IPM Research Center and BEROC that is a part of a study of the attitude of the Belarusian population to the social protection system.

Most families change their usual way of living with the birth of a child. They "maneuver" in search of a more effective distribution of childcare responsibilities, and adjust their work strategies to the needs of children.