Siamashka: Government set to raise VAT from 18 to 22 percent from June 1

The government of Belarus proposes raise the VAT rate from 18 to 22 percent, effective from June 1,2009, Belarus's first vice prime minister Uladzimir Siamashka said in a statement.
This civilized measure will allow to protect the market from imports and support Belarusian exporters. Additionally, it is planned to abolish a tax in support of agricultural producers.

Interfax