Belarus and Russia Move to the Next Stage of Integration
Belarus and Russia Move to the Next Stage of Integration
Author(s): Anna Maria Dyner
Subject(s): Security and defense, Military policy, Geopolitics, Russian Aggression against Ukraine
Published by: PISM Polski Instytut Spraw Międzynarodowych
Keywords: Belarus; Russia; Ukraine; defense policy; December 2022; NATO;
Summary/Abstract: In December 2022, Belarus and Russia agreed to create a “common defence space” and further strengthen military cooperation. The talks also concerned new economic integration programmes, gas prices, and coordination of the foreign policies of both countries. The arrangements will lead to increased Russian control over Belarus, especially in the security sphere. This will have negative consequences, including for NATO’s Eastern Flank and for Ukraine, which fears another invasion from Belarusian territory.
Series: PISM Bulletin
- Page Count: 2
- Publication Year: 2023
- Language: English
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