IKEA Closes Purchasing Department In Belarus

The Swedish company announced the suspension of its business in our country with the outbreak of the Russian war against Ukraine.

IKEA decided to close the Purchasing Department in Belarus. A company press release emphasizes that it is "forever". They will close the office not only in Minsk, but also in Moscow.

The Swedish company announced the suspension of its business in Belarus and Russia with the outbreak of the Russian war against Ukraine. Last year, IKEA was criticized for its cooperation with the Belarusian authorities. Belarusians protested near her shops in a number of European countries (protests took place in Vilnius and Warsaw).

“Unfortunately, circumstances have not improved and the destructive war continues,” the company said in a statement. "Enterprises and supply chains have been hit hard around the world and we do not see an opportunity to resume operations any time soon."

Business activities in Belarus and Russia will be reduced.