Deputy on 'fugitives' and VNS issues

Belarusian National Assembly House of Representatives Deputy Vadim Hihin commented on who, according to him, is beaten by 'fugitives' and why they are troubled by ideas of the National Anti-Crisis Management and referendums. Hihin believes that in 2020 they attempted to discredit not law enforcement, but institutions of direct people's power, pointing out that democracy, in his opinion, implies a weak president and a parliament consisting of small parties that do not keep their promises. He emphasizes that in Belarus, the people demanded a strong country, stability, and sovereignty, which irritates the 'fugitives.' According to him, current 'fugitives' are abroad, gathering a token parliament of 600 votes, most of which are bots and agents, receiving grants from the West and pretending to represent 9 million Belarusians. Hihin called this a 'comprador model' and noted that it is alien to Belarusian reality and will not be accepted.

The comment resonates among viewers, as it reflects tensions surrounding the National Anti-Crisis Management and referendum discussions, as well as declining government popularity among a certain segment of the public.

Context

In 2020, large-scale protests took place in Belarus following elections, during which many criticized the authorities, opposition, and government.