AGP Executive Report
Last update: 22 minutes agoBelarus–Uzbekistan Diplomacy: Uzbekistan and Belarus signed a declaration on establishing a strategic partnership in Minsk, with a roadmap for 2026–2030 covering trade, labor migration, science, culture, tourism, and social protection. Mobility Update: Citizens of Uzbekistan and Belarus will soon get a 10-day stay without registration, easing travel for visits and business. Culture & Identity: Minsk’s LSTR Adzieńnie clothing brand is closing after 15 years, known for “soft Belarusianisation” fashion that mixed Belarusian language, history, and urban symbols. Music Access: Belarusian tax authorities again hinted at blocking Spotify, warning foreign providers after unpaid VAT and unanswered letters. Education Shift: Belarus is steering more students into colleges and vocational schools as bachelor enrollment drops sharply, with authorities citing labor shortages. Sports Politics: The EU’s foreign policy chief urged the EU to avoid sports events where Russia and Belarus are represented, as the IOC eases restrictions on Russian athletes. Human Rights: The EU and Ukraine called for Russia and Belarus to immediately return illegally deported Ukrainian civilians, including children. Repression Abroad: A report says Belarusian diaspora activists in Alberta faced retaliation from Minsk, including property seizure tied to criticism of Lukashenko.
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