Brief: The Limits of Belarusian Reforms

The Kremlin will closely monitor and assess all changes.

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Background: Following Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko’s questionable reelection and major protests last year, it was clear to Minsk that changes were necessary to preserve the regime and stability in the country. Belarus’ room for reform is limited, however, by what its powerful neighbor and main patron, Russia, will allow. What Happened: Lukashenko signed a decree […]

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