In order to provide support to the Belarusian opposition, Germany has allocated 21 million euros (USD 25.3 million) to implement the Action Plan Civil Society Belarus initiative.

 Foreign Minister Heiko Maas on Saturday said that they have set up an 'Action Plan Civil Society Belarus' with up to 21 million euro. At the online conference of solidarity with Belarus. He said, "Let me assure you: Germany and the European Union stand with you [Belarusians]. We have imposed sanctions against [President Alexander] Lukashenko and his regime. And we have set up an 'Action Plan Civil Society Belarus' with up to 21 million euro."

Maas further added, "And we are setting up a mechanism to collect evidence against those who violate human rights. The day will come when they will be held accountable. The day will come when Belarusians can enjoy democracy, freedom and the rule of law. We will owe that day to your energy, your courage and your resolve." This action plan provides asylum assistance and psychological care to Belarusian victims of torture and that fleeing persecution, supports independent media and offers scholarships to students who were expelled from their schools and universities for participating in anti-government protests.

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