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Putin's Backlash and Belarus' Gift Exchange
18:07 - 23:29 (05:21)
Putin has been raising oil prices towards Belarus in response to their political turmoil, causing turmoil in Belarusian economy. Belarus gifted three sacks of potatoes and rendered pork fat to Russia for Christmas.
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President Lukashenko has evolved from an anti-corruption platform to supporting a return to the old Soviet economic system with minor market elements, keeping the private sector at 20-30% of GDP and relying on Russian support.
18:07 - 21:06 (02:58)
Politics
Summary
President Lukashenko has evolved from an anti-corruption platform to supporting a return to the old Soviet economic system with minor market elements, keeping the private sector at 20-30% of GDP and relying on Russian support.
ChapterPutin's Backlash and Belarus' Gift Exchange
EpisodePart Two: Alexander Lukashenko: The Dictator of Belarus
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The President of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko, has brought political turmoil to the country, resulting in a decrease in access to state institutions.
21:06 - 23:29 (02:22)
Belarus
Summary
The President of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko, has brought political turmoil to the country, resulting in a decrease in access to state institutions. Putin's response has been to decrease oil prices towards Belarus, causing a fall in the Belarusian economy.