"The risk of outright dependency now hangs over the economy. Belarus has displayed unexpected resilience under tough western sanctions, but that has come as a result of assistance from Moscow, both direct and indirect."
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Western sanctions imposed on Belarus, particularly following the post-election crackdown, have pushed the country further into Russia's sphere of influence as other international options dwindle.
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Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko's government has been heavily reliant on Russian energy and financial aid. This dependency increased following the disputed 2020 election in Belarus, leading to a closer alignment with Russia.
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