Anatoliy Markevich

Anatoliy Markevich served as the Minister of Culture in Belarus from November 2020 to December 2024, having previously worked as a teacher and held various administrative roles, including heading the Novogrudok District Executive Committee. He was known for his controversial statements about cultural purity and for implementing strict regulations on artistic performances, including the creation of blacklists for artists. After his tenure as minister, he took a position as the head of the representation of the Permanent Committee of the Union State in Minsk, a role that offers lucrative salaries with minimal responsibilities.