Belarusian Yearbook 2022

Belarusian Yearbook 2022 presents a comprehensive analysis of the key developments and current status of the main sectors of the state and society in 2021.

The book is presented under the aegis of the Agency for Social and Political Expert Appraisal and the Belarusian Expert Network Nashe Mnenie (‘Our opinion’).

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Political parties boost election campaigning, human rights activists reiterate the political prisoners issue Parties are preparing for the elections, civil society mobilises the population on environmental issues Minsk’s strategic autonomy diminishes

Situation in Belarus

May 22 – May 28

Belarus-Russia relations

Nuclear Weapons in Belarus: A Strategic Factor Amplifying Moscow’s Influence on Minsk’s Policy

The ruling elite

Lukashenka’s Populist Tactics and Repression: Undermining Democracy Ahead of the 2024 Election Campaign

Society and political parties

Democratic Forces Persist in Sanctions and Delegitimization of Lukashenka Regime, Strengthen Presence in Interstate Institutions

Security issues

The regime announces that Russian nuclear weapons are beginning to move to Belarus

Belarus-West relations

Poland, Lithuania and the opposition-in-exile are lobbying for tougher sanctions as the regime manoeuvres

Constitutional referendum: main consequences

April 12, 2022

Speakers: Anatoliy Lebedko, Andrei Kazakevich

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How to count the political prisoners: are the new criteria needed?

March 28, 2022

Speakers: Aleh Hulak, Aleh Aheyeu, Viachaslau Kasinierau

Video

Paternalism In Decline, Belarusian Euroscepticism, And The Influence Of Russia

October 11, 2021

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Belarus Change Tracker. Second edition

Belarus Change Tracker. Report launch

Belarus in Focus: Annual Review 2022 and Forecast for 2023

How to count the political prisoners: are the new criteria needed?

Paternalism In Decline, Belarusian Euroscepticism, And The Influence Of Russia

Belarusian Yearbook 2022

Dialogue about the future: Economics

Belarus-Russia relations

Nuclear Weapons in Belarus: A Strategic Factor Amplifying Moscow’s Influence on Minsk’s Policy

May 22 – May 28

Advocating for a ‘Just Democratic World Order’: Lukashenka, Lavrov, and the Art of Optimistic Collaboration

May 15 – May 21

Belarus and Russia Announce Joint Projects with Unclear Prospects for Technology Transfer and Financing

May 8 – May 14

Lukashenka breaks tradition by attending Victory Day Parade in Moscow despite recent events

May 1 – May 7

Trends

Belarus-West relations

Poland, Lithuania and the opposition-in-exile are lobbying for tougher sanctions as the regime manoeuvres

May 22 – May 28

The Quest for Belarus: Shaping a European Future Amidst Sanctions, Solidarity, and Security Concerns

May 15 – May 21

The West contemplates including Belarus in the 11th package of sanctions. Lukashenka is invited to New York

May 8 – May 14

The West discusses sanctions against countries helping Russia; Lukashenka pins his hopes on the UN and Vatican

May 1 – May 7

Trends

Security issues

The regime announces that Russian nuclear weapons are beginning to move to Belarus

May 22 – May 28

Ukrainian Military Intelligence Reveals Details of Confidential Communication Channel with Belarus: Non-Aggression Pact in Jeopardy

May 15 – May 21

Will Belarus lend a hand to the Russian military-industrial complex?

May 8 – May 14

Despite assurances that the West has no intention of attacking, the regime continues to prepare for war

May 1 – May 7

Trends

Society and political parties

Democratic Forces Persist in Sanctions and Delegitimization of Lukashenka Regime, Strengthen Presence in Interstate Institutions

May 22 – May 28

Democratic Forces Amplify International Pressure on Belarus Regime: Solidarity Campaign, Tribunals, and Cooperation with European Allies

May 15 – May 21

Democrats focus on transfer of power as pressure on political prisoners grows

May 8 – May 14

Tsikhanouskaya visits Dublin as pressure builds for an international tribunal regarding Lukashenka

May 1 – May 7

Trends

The ruling elite

Lukashenka’s Populist Tactics and Repression: Undermining Democracy Ahead of the 2024 Election Campaign

May 22 – May 28

The Shifting Landscape: Lukashenka’s Position Weakens as the Ruling Class Adapts to Transformations

May 15 – May 21

State influence over the media landscape increases; the public sector recovers from sanctions

May 8 – May 14

Opaque state investment and repression of dissidents continue

May 1 – May 7

Belarusian Yearbook 2022

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Constitutional referendum: main consequences

How to count the political prisoners: are the new criteria needed?

Paternalism In Decline, Belarusian Euroscepticism, And The Influence Of Russia

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Belarus Change Tracker. Second edition

Belarus Change Tracker. Report launch

Belarus in Focus: Annual Review 2022 and Forecast for 2023

Constitutional referendum: main consequences

How to count the political prisoners: are the new criteria needed?

Paternalism In Decline, Belarusian Euroscepticism, And The Influence Of Russia

Belarusian Yearbook 2022

Dialogue on Future: Education

Dialogue about the future: Economics

Nuclear Weapons in Belarus: A Strategic Factor Amplifying Moscow’s Influence on Minsk’s Policy

Advocating for a ‘Just Democratic World Order’: Lukashenka, Lavrov, and the Art of Optimistic Collaboration

Belarus and Russia Announce Joint Projects with Unclear Prospects for Technology Transfer and Financing

Lukashenka breaks tradition by attending Victory Day Parade in Moscow despite recent events

Poland, Lithuania and the opposition-in-exile are lobbying for tougher sanctions as the regime manoeuvres

The Quest for Belarus: Shaping a European Future Amidst Sanctions, Solidarity, and Security Concerns

The West contemplates including Belarus in the 11th package of sanctions. Lukashenka is invited to New York

The West discusses sanctions against countries helping Russia; Lukashenka pins his hopes on the UN and Vatican

The regime announces that Russian nuclear weapons are beginning to move to Belarus

Ukrainian Military Intelligence Reveals Details of Confidential Communication Channel with Belarus: Non-Aggression Pact in Jeopardy

Will Belarus lend a hand to the Russian military-industrial complex?

Despite assurances that the West has no intention of attacking, the regime continues to prepare for war

Democratic Forces Persist in Sanctions and Delegitimization of Lukashenka Regime, Strengthen Presence in Interstate Institutions

Democratic Forces Amplify International Pressure on Belarus Regime: Solidarity Campaign, Tribunals, and Cooperation with European Allies

Democrats focus on transfer of power as pressure on political prisoners grows

Tsikhanouskaya visits Dublin as pressure builds for an international tribunal regarding Lukashenka

Lukashenka’s Populist Tactics and Repression: Undermining Democracy Ahead of the 2024 Election Campaign

The Shifting Landscape: Lukashenka’s Position Weakens as the Ruling Class Adapts to Transformations

State influence over the media landscape increases; the public sector recovers from sanctions

Opaque state investment and repression of dissidents continue