Lukashenko's Meeting Highlights Belarus's Evolving Media Landscape

MINSK, BELARUS—June 10, 2025—A recent video circulating online captures President Alexander Lukashenko presiding over a meeting of Belarusian officials. The discussion centers on the dramatic transformation of the Belarusian media landscape, moving from a handful of state-run channels to the current explosion of online platforms. One official noted, "Today, there are a million channels," highlighting the challenges of navigating this new media environment. The video also touches upon the funding of these new media outlets and the increasing role of private entities. While the video's title, "Нам нечего понaзывать" (We have nothing to hide), might seem to suggest transparency, the discussion on media control raises questions about the government's approach to information dissemination. This shift in the media landscape presents significant challenges and opportunities for Belarus as it navigates the complexities of the modern information age.