Valery Tsepkalo

Valery Tsepkalo is a Belarusian politician and former diplomat known for his opposition to President Alexander Lukashenko's government. He founded the Belarusian Innovation and Development Institution and ran as a presidential candidate in 2020, advocating for democratic reforms. Tsepkalo has faced political repression, including exile, due to his activism. His background in international relations and technology, combined with his resistance to authoritarianism, makes him a prominent figure in Belarusian and regional politics.