Wildberries Deepens Belarus Economic Ties, Raising Russian Dependency Risks

Russian marketplace Wildberries is expanding its footprint in Belarus, with warehouses, pickup points, and integrated Belarusbank credit, increasing dependence for over 22,000 suppliers and consumers. Expert Nastassia Luzhina warns this ties the Belarusian economy to Russian risks, potentially amplifying Moscow's leverage. The development signals deepening economic integration, though the extent of political influence remains uncertain.