The Belarusian government has temporarily banned the export of respiratory equipment, including oxygen therapy machines and mechanical ventilators.

The decision was formalized by Council of Ministers' Resolution No. 243 as of 21 April 2020. The document was officially posted on the National Legal Internet Portal on 22 April, BelTA has learned.

This ban does not extend to products used exclusively for ozone or aerosol therapy.

The document comes into force after its official publication and will also cover deals struck on 20-21 April.