The Belarusian Soviet Socialist Republic (BSSR) was a republic of the former Soviet Union, established in 1920. It was located in Eastern Europe and included the territory of present-day Belarus. The BSSR was part of the Soviet federation and played a significant role in the economic and political landscape of the USSR. In 1991, following the dissolution of the Soviet Union, the BSSR declared independence and was renamed Belarus. The republic experienced significant changes in governance and economy, transitioning from a centrally planned system to a more market-oriented approach while facing various challenges in its development.