# Institute of Economics of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus
**Wikidata**: [Q4201835](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q4201835)  
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## Summary
The Institute of Economics of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus is a research institute and the primary economic research organization in Belarus, established in 1931. It operates under the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus, conducting studies on economic policy, development, and reform to support national strategic planning. As of 2018, it employs 130 staff members.

## Key Facts
- Founded on March 1, 1931, as part of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus.
- Employs 130 people (as of 2018).
- Headquartered in Minsk, Belarus, at coordinates 53.916717° N, 27.603279° E.
- Official website: http://economics.basnet.by/.
- Undergone multiple name changes reflecting Belarusian political history, including "Институт экономики Белорусской АН" (1931–1936) and "Институт экономики НАН Беларуси" (since 1997).
- Classifications: research institute, organization.
- VIAF identifiers: 259123299, 138865373.

## FAQs
### Q: When was the Institute of Economics of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus founded?
A: The institute was founded on March 1, 1931.

### Q: What is the primary function of the institute?
A: It conducts economic research to inform national policy, development strategies, and reforms in Belarus.

### Q: Why has the institute changed its name multiple times?
A: Name changes reflect shifts in Belarusian political history, such as the transition from the Byelorussian SSR to the modern Republic of Belarus.

## Why It Matters
The Institute of Economics of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus plays a critical role in shaping the country’s economic policies and development strategies. As the nation’s foremost economic research body, it provides data-driven analyses to support governmental decision-making, particularly during periods of economic transition and reform. Its work addresses challenges such as industrial modernization, regional development, and integration into global markets, ensuring its research remains relevant to Belarus’s economic stability and growth. With a history spanning over 90 years, the institute serves as a bridge between academic research and practical policy implementation, underscoring its enduring importance to Belarus’s socio-economic framework.

## Notable For
- Oldest and largest economic research institute in Belarus, operating continuously since 1931.
- Directly affiliated with the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus, the country’s premier scientific organization.
- Unique name evolution reflecting Belarusian statehood transitions (e.g., "Белорусской ССР" to "Республика Беларусь").
- Multilingual identity, with official names in Belarusian ("Інстытут эканомікі НАН Беларусі") and Russian ("Институт экономики НАН Беларуси").

## Body
### History
- **Founding**: Established in 1931 as "Институт экономики Белорусской АН" under the Byelorussian SSR.
- **Name Changes**:
  - "Институт экономики АН Белорусской ССР" (1936–1991).
  - "Институт экономики НАН Белоруссии" (1991–1997).
  - Current name adopted in 1997: "Институт экономики НАН Беларуси".
- **Political Context**: Name shifts align with Belarus’s transition from a Soviet republic to an independent state.

### Structure and Operations
- **Parent Organization**: National Academy of Sciences of Belarus.
- **Staff**: 130 employees (2018 data).
- **Location**: Minsk, Belarus (coordinates: 53.916717° N, 27.603279° E).
- **Research Focus**: Macroeconomics, industrial policy, regional development, and economic integration.

### Research Focus
The institute specializes in applied economic research, including:
- Analysis of Belarus’s industrial and agricultural sectors.
- Studies on economic reform, privatization, and market transition.
- Policy recommendations for sustainable development and international economic cooperation.

### Name Evolution
- **1931–1936**: Институт экономики Белорусской АН.
- **1936–1991**: Институт экономики АН Белорусской ССР.
- **1991–1997**: Институт экономики НАН Белоруссии.
- **1997–present**: Институт экономики НАН Беларуси (current official name).

## References

1. CiNii Research
2. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File