with Ukraine

Of its three neighbours, Lurinsk has the most cordial relations with Ukraine.
Many in Lurinsk think fondly of Ukraine, as it best resembles Lurinsk, particularly in foreign relations.
At independence it was suggested that Lurinsk might join with Ukraine, but this was a highly unpopular policy.

The main 'bad' opinion of Ukraine for most people is the perceived 'establishment' of Ukraine.
General opinion is that it could have been like Lurinsk, but that its own politicians & oligarchs pocketed state money and fled during the 1990s.
This is often thought of as the reason Ukraine remains 'poor', and the citizens of Lurinsk do not wish to return to life under the Ukrainian government while this situation remains.

Both governments continue to co-operate as part of the 'Polesie Area Decontamination Forum' project.

Occasional disagreements with Ukraine are usually over trade agreements, as the Ukrainian government is not particularly happy about the existence of Lurinsk on its border. Nevertheless, there have yet to be any real confrontations between the two governments.

with Belarus

Relations with Belarus are often strained. Because of its close ties to Russia, the Belarusian state does not officially maintain relations with Lurinsk.
However, trade does still occur, and it is easier to cross the border into Belarus than into Russia.
Lurinsk's longest border is with Belarus, and so it is in its best interests to maintain some level of communication between the two.

Lurinsk has, in the past, provided refuge to escaping Belarusian political 'criminals' - which does not best please the Belarusian government.

Occasional disagreements have also arisen for other reasons, for example when Lurinsk imposed restrictions on the import of Belarusian dairy products in 2021.

Both nations, as well as that of Ukraine, continue to work together on the decontamination of areas affected by the Chernobyl nuclear disaster in 1986. The 'Polesie Area Decontamination Forum' holds monthly meetings in Gomel/Homiel in Belarus, Slavutych in Ukraine and Noŭozybkoŭ in Lurinsk.

with Russia

Relations with Russia are, at the best of times, strained.
The Russian regime is viewed as corrupt and an existential threat to the existence of Lurinsk.
Russia cut off diplomatic ties with Lurinsk in 2003, over a border spat. It continues to recognise the existence of Lurinsk but no official contact has been made since then.

Customs and border protocols are more often than not long, and monotonous. Border delays can cause shortages of items and produce.
Lurinsk is quickly reducing its reliance on Russia for goods and services.
Nevertheless, some dependencies remain; notably in the seafood sector.
Fish is considered a rare commodity because it is often hard to get.

A border wall is being constructed on the Eastern border. Officials have attempted many times to mediate the situation, to no avail.
The situation continues to deteriorate (albeit slowly), and the border with Russia appears to be the next growing crisis of Lurinsk.

with the West

The West is generally looked upon kindly by Lurinsk's citizens, although many do not approve of its riches gained through the perceived evils of capitalism.
Countries like Denmark, Finland, Sweden, France are often listed as the most favourably viewed nations in Lurinsk. Greece, in particular, maintains a 'special relationship' with Lurinsk.

A programme of financial and military aid began upon Lurinsk's independence in 1992, supported by NATO and the UN.
While Lurinsk has yet to join NATO officially (in part to avoid antagonising its Russian neighbour), it has in the past partaken in military exercises alongside NATO members.

The Government of Lurinsk has considered NATO membership on multiple occasions but took multiple years to formally begin the process of accession. The implementation of this process was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and Lurinsk restarted negotiations in early 2021.
In the summer of 2021, Lurinsk formally began accession proceedings to join NATO.

with Greece

As a result of food shortages & a shared national religion, Lurinsk began to develop its relationship with Greece shortly after the end of the war. Over a relatively short period of time, trade agreements were established & foreign aid was delivered, in particular solidifying the seemingly odd dominance of Greek yoghurt in Lurinsk's cuisine as it stands today.

Relations with Greece remain cordial and cultural exchange programmes are carried out between both nations.
Many citizens of Lurinsk choose to travel to Greece on holidays in order to visit the sea (as Lurinsk is currently landlocked). The weather in Greece is also more favourable.

Religious programmes also exist between the two nations, although religion has lately taken a backseat in international relations between the two, as many citizens of Lurinsk move towards atheism/agnosticism.