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Minister Marok on growing trust in state media

Minister Marok on growing trust in state media

Information Minister Marok Markov stated that by the end of 2025, Belarusians' trust in state media had risen to 61.4%, which is 23.4 percentage points higher than in 2021, when the figure stood at 38%. He said this is "encouraging," but "not absolute," and that one must constantly strive toward the goal adjacent to the ideal "horizon line." The main objective is "for people to turn to state media as a source of truthful information."

Context

According to 2021 data, trust in state media in Belarus was 38%, reflecting the dynamics of how television events are perceived in the country.

Summary:

Trust in state media in Belarus rose to 61.4% in 2025, up from 38% in 2021, noted Information Minister Marok Markov, calling for further growth in trust and media's role as a reliable source.