Main points of Russia’s plan to take over Belarus
2022
Political, military, defence sectors
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Form pro-Russian sentiments among the population, including
political and military elites, while limiting the influence of
nationalist and pro-Western forces in Belarus
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Complete constitutional reform in Belarus based on Russian
interests and influence the political system of Belarus
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Form joint opposition to NATO expansion, its military
preparations in Poland and the Baltic countries
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Schedule joint military-tactical drills for Russian and
Belarus’ armed forces
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Prolong agreements on the lease-free use of Russian bases in
Belarus
Humanitarian sector
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Create a network of Russian-friendly non-governmental and
non-profit organizations, contributing to the development of
Russia-Belarus integration in the humanitarian sphere
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Expand Russian cultural presence in Belarus with a focus on
children and youth
Trade and economy
- Unify legislation
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Create stable pro-Russian influence groups among Belarus’
wealthy
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Remove barriers in trade and economic benefits for Russian
companies and manufacturers in Belarus
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Force Belarus to use Russian ports, instead of those of Baltic
countries and Poland, for the shipment of goods
2025
Political, military, defence sectors
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Create sustainable pro-Russian groups of influence in
Belarusian politics, military, and business
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Expand Russian military presence in Belarus
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Prepare the production of vital Belarus-made military products
in Russia
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Introduce a simplified procedure for issuing Russian passports
to Belarusians
Humanitarian sector
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Expand Russian humanitarian influence in Belarus, open new
science and culture centers, local branches of
Rossotrudnichestvo
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Boost Russian cultural and informational influence, as well as
strengthen the position of Russian media in Belarus
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Provide organizational, financial, and legal support to
Russian-friendly non-government and non-profit organizations
Trade and economy
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Integrate energy, transport, and communication systems
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Ensure the integration of the Belarusian nuclear plant into
the power system of the Union State.
2030
Political, military, defence sectors
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Complete the formation of the Union State of Russia and
Belarus
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Ensure the implementation of a unified border policy and a
coordinated defense policy
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Create a joint system of command over the armed forces,
introduce unified norms and standards for personnel training,
the material and technical support of the armed forces
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Launch the production of vital Belarus-made military products
in Russia
Humanitarian sector
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Ensure control over the information space of Belarus
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Create a single cultural space, a common approach to the
interpretation of history
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Ensure the dominant position of the Russian language over
Belarusian
Trade and economy
- Introduce a single currency
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Create a joint customs and tax space, a unified order of
export control
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Prepare for the development and placement of joint defense
procurement orders