Minsk's weak economy boosts Russia's sway over Belarus

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  • Ruble depreciation
  • Weak fundamentals
  • Foreign trade deficit
  • Export revenue contraction
  • Positive Customs Union impact
  • EU trade weakens
  • Russian loans
  • Funds spent on immediate problems

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