A solemn opening ceremony of the 2nd CIS Games was held in the capital of Belarus, in Minsk Arena.

Minsk Arena met the President of Belarus with special applause, who came to the opening of the 2nd CIS Games. Alexander Lukashenko, addressing the athletes and fans present in the hall, as well as all the spectators who watched the broadcast of the opening of the Games on TV or the Internet, said many significant words, touching on the most pressing issues. The Head of state wished good luck to the athletes and declared the 2nd CIS Games open.