AGP Executive Report

Belarus Military Modernisation: Lukashenko told commanders at the Obuz-Lesnovsky training ground that Belarus must defend every “millimetre” of its territory, even at the cost of lives, while discussing upgrades after exercises of the Armed Forces’ signal corps. Regional Tech & Security Spillovers: Latvia’s Stevedoring Companies Association warned that unilateral grain transit restrictions on Russian- and Belarusian-origin cargo won’t stop exports, but could shift costs onto Latvia and global food supply chains. Drone Warfare Signals: Satellite imagery described how a new Russian jet-drone base near Tsymbulova in Oryol Oblast rapidly grew into a launch complex with dozens of launchers and drones, highlighting how quickly tech-enabled strike capacity can be built. Border Infrastructure Under Strain: Latvia extended Operation “Werewolf” until 3 October after an August storm damaged parts of the 140-km Latvia–Belarus fence, stressing that manpower and equipment are needed beyond technology alone. BRICS Tech Push (Global Context): At the BRICS summit in New Delhi, Modi warned against “weaponisation” of technology and critical minerals, while Xi announced a BRICS open-source AI ecosystem and digital cooperation plans.

BRICS Tech & AI: India’s PM Modi closed the 18th BRICS summit warning against the “weaponisation” of technology and critical minerals, while China’s Xi unveiled a BRICS open-source AI push (including an AI Open Source Zone and work on large language models) aimed at the Global South. Digital Agriculture: Modi also said BRICS will link AI and geospatial tools with farmers via a BRICS Network on Digital Agriculture, plus support for startups and innovation funding. Payments & Currencies: India’s MEA said there’s no plan for a BRICS common currency, but local-currency settlement remains a practical way to cut trade costs. Supply Chains & Health: Leaders agreed to strengthen cooperation across technology, supply chains, health, and innovation, alongside resilience and sustainability priorities in the New Delhi Declaration. Food & Insurance: Putin proposed BRICS insurance and a joint grain market to blunt sanctions’ impact on shipping and trade. Belarus angle: Belarus is listed among BRICS partner countries, and Belarus FM Maxim Ryzhenkov attended the summit’s sessions. Sports policy: World Athletics chief Sebastian Coe said the ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes won’t change, framing it as about competition integrity.

Belarus-India ties at BRICS: Belarus FM Maxim Ryzhenkov met India’s Jaishankar on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, reviewing cooperation across politics, trade, consular and humanitarian work, and discussing a 2026–2030 roadmap plus steps toward an EAEU–India free trade deal. BRICS tech agenda: Day 2 sessions focus on resilience and innovation, with AI, digital public infrastructure and fintech highlighted as priorities for member cooperation. Payments and “de-dollarisation” talk: BRICS officials said there’s no plan for a single BRICS currency, but local-currency settlement and cross-border payment links are being pushed to cut transaction costs; BRICS Pay says it can connect national payment systems and share its tech. Belarusian education abroad: Poland reports 10,710 Belarusian students in its universities (winter 2025/26), including 566 in medical programs, plus 54 Belarusian researchers. AI policy shift in Belarus: Belarus reportedly abandoned its own AI regulation after 18 months, handing control to Moscow and Beijing. Sports tech spotlight: IBM’s “serve quality” limb-tracking feature debuted at the U.S. Open, scoring tennis serves for fans.

AI & Policy: Belarus has dropped its own AI regulation after 18 months, handing control to Moscow and Beijing. Payments & Tech Diplomacy: BRICS Pay says it’s expanding cross-border payments and can connect national payment infrastructure; it’s also ready to share its source code, while an India-Russia push targets linking India’s UPI with Russian systems. Education for Belarus: Applications are open for “The Invisible University for Belarus” (IUBEL) scholarships for an autumn 2026 semester, offering up to €800 for English-taught projects. Belarus-India Cooperation: Belarus FM Maxim Ryzhenkov met India’s Jaishankar on BRICS/SCO sidelines, discussing a 2026–2030 roadmap, a free trade agreement between the EAEU and India, and expanding consular presence. Belarus in Poland: Poland reports 10,710 Belarusian students in winter 2025/26, with 566 in medical universities and 54 researchers. Tech Showcase Abroad: IBM debuted “serve quality” at the U.S. Open, using camera-based limb tracking and AI to score tennis serve mechanics for fans. BRICS Summit Tech Angle: Coverage highlights BRICS talks on innovation, digital payments, and local-currency trade as part of “resilience” priorities.

Education & Mobility: Poland says 10,710 Belarusian students studied in Polish higher education in the 2025/26 winter semester (as of Dec 31, 2025), with the biggest groups at the University of Warsaw (490), Maria Curie-Skłodowska University (486), Adam Mickiewicz University (453), Polish-Japanese Academy of Information Technology (405) and Jagiellonian University (391); at least 566 were in medical universities and 54 Belarusian researchers worked in Poland. Diplomacy & Tech-Adjacent Deals: At the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, PM Modi met Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, discussing defence, space, nuclear energy, technology and innovation, alongside a UAE-backed $11.5B greenfield aluminium project in Odisha. BRICS Business & Payments: Iran’s Pezeshkian urged BRICS to build a resilient trade network and expand national-currency use, pushing “operational cooperation” and diversified payment channels. Belarus in BRICS: Belarus FM Maxim Ryzhenkov arrived in Delhi for the summit as Belarus remains a BRICS partner country. Security & Supply Chains: Ukraine’s military intelligence displayed foreign components used in Russia’s weapons production, including items linked to Belarus, at a sanctions-focused forum in Kyiv. Belarus-Linked Security Claim: German reporting says suspects behind a Leipzig drone attack include a Belarusian citizen (Andrei Ka) tied to the GRU-linked planning network.

CIS Economic Council: Belarus Deputy Prime Minister Natalia Petkevich joined the 111th CIS Economic Council meeting in Ashgabat, where transport and other practical cooperation programmes were approved. Belarus tech & education: Belarus is set to establish an Academy of Intelligent Technologies, while a Minsk Polytechnic College student’s suicide case is linked to an internship at MZKT. Geopolitics meets tech finance (BRICS): As the 18th BRICS Summit opens in New Delhi (Sept 12–13), leaders and business forums push for cross-border payments and local-currency trade; India’s Piyush Goyal urged BRICS to link payment systems and expand UPI reach. Belarus-linked business ties: Lukashenka said he discussed moving away from dollars with Vladimir Potanin, with interest in Belarus projects including mining equipment and unmanned vehicles. Science in the region: Researchers report an enormous ancient supervolcano under England, with ash deposits linked to areas including Belarus and Poland. Security pressure: Reports say Russia warned Lithuania it would target the country with nuclear warheads if Nato nuclear weapons are hosted there.

Belarus Tech Education: Lukashenka signed a decree creating the Academy of Intelligent Technologies, with training starting Sept 1, 2027; admission will be via a nationwide competition where candidates pitch ideas or inventions, then defend projects in a practical intensive. Belarus Tech Policy: Belarus is also moving to tighten private healthcare rules—raising required work experience for private-clinic staff from 3 to 7 years—and to introduce licensing for intercom installation/maintenance services. Belarus Science Outreach: A Russian-Belarus school project sent tomato seeds into space (Bion-M No. 2) to test how plants adapt for future lunar-style habitats. Belarus Tech & Industry Links: The China-Belarus Institute of Outstanding Engineers officially launched its inaugural academic year at BNTU, aiming to connect engineering education with industry needs, including AI-focused training. Human Impact in Tech Fields: A Minsk Polytechnic College student who was interning at MZKT died by suicide; authorities say circumstances are still unclear. Tech & Security Context: Ukraine introduced a special one-kilometer border regime along the Russia-Belarus frontier during martial law, restricting movement and work to defense-related activities.

Belarus Tech & Education: Lukashenka signed a decree creating the Academy of Intellectual Technologies, set to train specialists from Sept 1, 2027, via a republican competition and practical intensives in Minsk and regions, targeting natural sciences plus industrial and digital tech. Space & Biotech: Russian and Belarusian schoolchildren helped test tomato varieties in the Bion-M No. 2 biosatellite, feeding research on which crops could be adapted for future lunar bases (wheat, sweet peppers, tomatoes, leafy greens). Belarus in Eurasian trade: India and Russia are fast-tracking a new bilateral investment treaty and pushing an EAEU free-trade deal; the EAEU includes Belarus, alongside Armenia, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. Minsk culture: The Palace of Civil Ceremonies on Komunisticheskaya Street reopened after major renovation, restoring the capital’s historic wedding venue. Diplomacy with tech relevance: Belarus is listed as a partner country for the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi (Sept 12–13), where India’s agenda highlights resilience, innovation and cooperation. Science policy & security: Ukraine introduced a special one-kilometer border regime with Russia and Belarus under martial law, restricting movement and work to defense-related activities.

BRICS Summit Watch: India’s 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit is set for Sept 12–13 in New Delhi under “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability,” with Xi, Putin, Pezeshkian and others expected; Belarus is listed among partner countries, and the agenda highlights food/energy/health resilience and critical supply chains. Belarus–EAEU Tech & Industry: New EAEU-linked projects are expected to generate tax revenue in Kazakhstan, with Belarusian firms named for roles in manufacturing and engineering work. Health Research in Belarus: A Russian institute tender covers population studies in Kyrgyzstan and Belarus, including building an information system and handling biological samples and lab testing. Belarus–China Trade Showcase: China’s goods and services exhibition opened in Minsk, spotlighting cooperation in industry and technology with 120+ companies participating. Belarus Science & Agriculture: Belarusian breeders report a new grape variety with strawberry-like flavor, aiming for frost and disease resistance before state trials. Freedom & Civil Society: Freedom House adopted the case of imprisoned Belarusian civil society expert Tatiana Kouzina, calling for her release. Security Tech (Regional): Latvia and Ukraine plan a joint drone production plant near the Belarus/Russia border area, continuing the Baltic drone cooperation push.

Human Rights & Research: Freedom House adopted the case of imprisoned Belarusian civil society expert Tatiana Kouzina, highlighting her work in public administration education and civic initiatives, and calling for her immediate release. Belarusian Culture & Archives: The National Museum opened an exhibition on Belarusian Tatar heritage, showcasing manuscripts preserved by the National Library of Belarus and linking Belarus with Oman through shared cultural history. BRICS & Regional Tech/Resilience: India’s BRICS summit in New Delhi (Sep 12–13) is set to focus on resilience in food, energy, health, disaster reduction, and critical supply chains, with leaders including Xi, Putin, and Iran’s president expected to attend. Belarus-Linked Security Tech: A report says Russia deployed an Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missile brigade in Belarus, raising questions about why European reactions have been muted. Public Services & Payments: Belarus’s Banking Processing Center warned of scheduled tech works on Sep 11 (00:00–06:30) that may disrupt card operations and related services for major banks. Health & Lab Science: A drug-resistant TB strain (EurA1.1) has been detected in Russia, with resistance to multiple antibiotics reported and lab testing emphasized as the only way to confirm drug resistance. Border Tech & Infrastructure: Finland completed a 200 km security fence along its Russia border, equipped with cameras and sensors, as part of its hybrid-threat response.

Banking Tech Disruption: Belarus’s Banking Processing Center warned that from Sept 11, 00:00–06:30, scheduled work may temporarily disrupt card payments, ATMs/self-service devices, cash withdrawals, and some contact-center services for clients of 12 banks. Autonomous Transport Regulation: Belarus has started drafting the legal framework for driverless transport; rules are expected in 2–3 years, with early testing planned on trams, and broader concepts in traffic rules by around 2030. Mining Tech & AI: Lukashenka met Russian billionaire Vladimir Potanin; Belarusian-Russian plans include a BELAZ–Nornickel joint venture to develop underground mining equipment with unmanned tech, new engines, and AI/big-data elements. Tech Talent Pressure in the Region: Lithuania expelled 22 Belarusian tech workers tied to an EU space-program project on high-precision satellite navigation receivers, alleging concealed links to Russian/Belarus military industries. Space/Geopolitics via BRICS: Multiple reports ahead of the Sept 12–13 BRICS summit in New Delhi highlight tech, energy, and finance cooperation themes, with Belarus listed among partner countries. Energy & Chips in Weapons: Sanctions-policy officials claim Russia is again using American processors in newer Kinzhal missile electronics after earlier substitutions. Science & Space Weather: Belarus saw the first autumn magnetic storm begin Sept 8, with possible stronger auroras and health sensitivity cautions.

Autonomous transport in Belarus: Work has started on the legal framework for driverless vehicles, with norms planned for traffic rules in 2–3 years and early testing expected first on trams, then cars, alongside technical standards work through 2027–2028. Mining tech JV: BELAZ and Nornickel signed an agreement to create joint ventures for underground mining equipment, including unmanned tech and full-service repair, with trials already underway in Norilsk. Tech security pressure in Lithuania: Lithuania expelled 22 Belarusian tech workers tied to an EU space-program project for satellite navigation receivers, alleging fraud and concealed links to Russian/Belarus military industries. Banking ops update: Belarus card payments may face brief disruptions on Sept 11 (00:00–06:30) due to scheduled network maintenance. Magnetic storm: A September geomagnetic storm began Sept 8 and may bring stronger auroras and health sensitivity for some people over the next two days. Energy & trade signals: Russia says lysine supplies to Belarus surged, while Belarus–Russia talks also include expanding Union State goods to consumer products. Belarus in the spotlight: Lukashenka met Potanin, discussing cooperation on equipment and an “Academy of Intellectual Technologies.”

BRICS Summit Watch: India is set to host the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi on Sept 12–13, with Modi chairing a 2026 agenda built around resilience, innovation, cooperation and sustainability—plus a heavy tech-and-digital focus. Belarus Tech & Space Security: Lithuania’s State Security Department expelled 22 Belarusian tech workers tied to an EU space-program project (EUSPA), alleging fraud of nearly €500k and concealed links to Russian/Belarus military industry; the group also faces a five-year Schengen ban. Baltic Transit Pressure: Latvia plans a 300% tariff on transit of Russian and Belarusian grain, while Lithuania says it will check the origin of all transit grain from both countries to block potentially stolen Ukrainian supplies. Industry R&D in Belarus: Nornickel and BELAZ signed an agreement to create a joint venture for next-generation underground mining equipment, including unmanned mining tech and a repair hub. Science in Minsk: Turkmen university biotech and molecular biology leaders visited Minsk for Belarus’s Science Festival 2026, showcasing genetics, microbiology and food/agri biotech projects.

Lithuania–Belarus Tech Security: Lithuania’s State Security Department expelled 22 Belarusian tech workers, revoked their residence permits, and imposed a five-year Schengen ban after concluding they posed a national security threat. The group worked for a company tied to an EU space-programme project (EUSPA) that allegedly fraudulently obtained nearly €500k while concealing links to Russian and Belarusian military industry. Baltic Grain Controls: Latvia plans a 300% tariff on transit of Russian and Belarusian grain and wants cargo origin checks plus lab cooperation with Ukraine to block “stolen” Ukrainian grain. Lithuania is also tightening screening by checking origin of all transit grain from Belarus and Russia, including fodder and food, to prevent bypassing earlier verification schemes. Belarusian Science Outreach: A Turkmen delegation visited Minsk for the 2026 Science Festival, where Belarusian research institutes and biotech projects were showcased, including genetics, plant breeding, microbiology, and food/agricultural biotechnology. Minsk Tech & Health Note: Minsk Half Marathon runner Aliaksei Dashynevich died after collapsing mid-race; he was an engineer and worked at “Armad,” with resuscitation attempted by fellow participants before medics arrived. Urban Tech/Infrastructure: Minsk officials explained why trees on Independence Avenue were moved into planters: heating-network overheating killed root systems, so planters were used to avoid future utility damage.

Belarus Tech & Security Policy: Belarus has started setting up an Interagency Council for Ensuring Technological Sovereignty, tasked with reviewing proposals to add technologies and goods to the “critical” list and reporting on measures to protect them. Cross-border Tech Risks: Lithuania says 22 Belarusians tied to an IT firm working on an EU space-program project were expelled and banned from Schengen for five years after alleged fraud and hidden links to Russian/Belarusian military industry. AI & Justice Track: At the BRICS Chief Justices’ Forum in New Delhi, India’s CJI Surya Kant pushed for a “living Nalanda University” model for judicial dialogue, plus more use of mediation, arbitration, and AI in courts. Urban Tech & Infrastructure: Minsk officials explained why trees on Independence Avenue were moved into planters after heating-network overheating killed roots. Food Science: Belarus’s meat-and-dairy institute explains why ultra-pasteurized baby milk doesn’t sour but can turn bitter after opening, due to enzymes from introduced microflora. Public Transport Safety: A Minsk subway rider says a faulty turnstile injured her and she’s awaiting an MRI.

Technological Sovereignty: Belarus’ State Committee on Science and Technology is setting up an Interagency Council to manage “critical technologies and critical goods,” including unmanned aerial vehicles and electronic warfare systems, and to review proposals from ministries and agencies. Privacy & AI Governance: A draft Belarus law would more tightly regulate video surveillance and audio recording in personal-data processing, including limits where private life is affected and rules for fully automated decisions using AI. Public Health Policy: Minsk held a round table on “Obstetrics of Trust,” discussing separate wards for women facing pregnancy termination or reproductive loss, plus psychologist support and expanded ethics training for medical staff. Belarus–Russia Military Training: Belarusian Air Force and Air Defense troops arrived at Russia’s Ashuluk training ground for a live-fire exercise, with logistics and field support described by the defense ministry. BRICS Judicial Tech: At the BRICS Chief Justices’ Forum in New Delhi, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant pushed for a “living Nalanda University” model for judicial dialogue and highlighted AI and technology in court efficiency; Belarus was among those holding bilateral talks. Minsk Mobility Incident: A 19-year-old Minsk resident says a faulty subway turnstile injured her leg, leaving her on crutches and awaiting an MRI.