Former Belarus Official Reveals Economic Impact of Protests, Sanctions & War

Dr. Kiryl Rudy, former Economic Advisor to the President of Belarus and Ambassador to China, has released his groundbreaking book "EVENTFUL ECONOMY: How Belarusians Reacted to Elections, Protests, Sanctions, and War" through Upway Books. This comprehensive work combines five years of meticulous academic research with Dr. Rudy's first-hand government and diplomatic experience to provide an unparalleled examination of Belarus' political and economic landscape. The book traces the country's trajectory from the explosive 2020 elections through massive street protests, escalating international sanctions, and the ongoing impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, offering readers a unique insider perspective on how political events fundamentally reshape economic behavior.

Drawing from his distinguished career that includes serving as Economic Advisor to the President of Belarus (2013-2016), Ambassador to China (2016-2020), and professor at Belarusian State Economic University (2020-2024), Dr. Rudy explores critical questions about the relationship between economic growth and dominant political systems, the effectiveness of sanctions, and the impact of war on currency exchange and fiscal policy. The work has received high praise from prominent academics, including Yuri Tserlukevich of Arizona State University's Department of Finance, who calls it "a must-read for anyone interested in Belarus" that provides "an evidence-based but also a personal account of Belarusian political economy." Professor Sergei Guriev of London Business School adds that the book represents "an essential contribution to understanding the intersection of politics and economics in Belarus and the region."

Available in both paperback and hardcover formats, EVENTFUL ECONOMY is now accessible for purchase on Amazon and represents a significant contribution to the understanding of political economy in Eastern Europe. The book stands out for its combination of rigorous scholarship with practical insights from Dr. Rudy's service on supervisory boards of major Belarusian financial institutions including Belarus Development Bank and subsidiaries of Bank BelVEB. For those interested in learning more about this important work or arranging media interviews, additional information can be found through the Upway Books website, which specializes in helping academics and thought leaders transform their expertise into influential publications.