In recent years, “foreign agents” laws have proliferated across Europe & Eurasia, reflecting a growing trend among governments to regulate and limit foreign influence within their borders. These laws typically require organisations and individuals receiving foreign funding and engaging in political activities to register as “foreign agents,” subjecting them to increased scrutiny, mandatory disclosures and various restrictions.

This Special report looks at the legislation across multiple countries, focusing on the differences between versions of the law while exploring the context in which the bills were approved or proposed.