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1 – 10 of 25Tensions between opposing political forces rose last month when the government triggered impeachment proceedings against the president. Although this failed, strains between the…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283153
ISSN: 2633-304X
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It proposes fast-tracking the EU membership applications of Ukraine, Moldova and (subject to conditions) Georgia, an unprecedented geopolitical decision. Its recommendations have…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283766
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Lavrov's positive comments highlight the Georgian Dream party's equivocal stance on the Ukraine war. The party has emerged relatively unscathed from a year of domestic and…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB275396
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The United National Movement (UNM) trailed far behind but will form the main parliamentary opposition. Turnout was low by Georgian standards at 51.6% and reflected voter fatigue…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB214235
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Georgia's opposition refuses to accept the October 31 election result. While the government will use the visit as evidence of solid US support, its critics will scrutinise…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB257600
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The ruling Georgian Dream party faces a more united opposition and mounting pressure from US and EU partners. Economic challenges are increasing as inflation rises, wages remain…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB252942
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The authorities went ahead with the arrest of Nika Melia, leader of the opposition United National Movement (UNM), on February 23 even after the prime minister resigned in…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB260118
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EU officials said this was another setback to reforms, after Georgian Dream withdrew from an electoral agreement that had ended months of confrontation with the opposition. Now…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB264016
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Parliament's failure last month to enact the promised transition to proportional representation sparked demonstrations in Tbilisi and other cities. The ruling Georgian…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB249247
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The charges reflect the Georgian Dream government's determination to keep Saakashvili incarcerated and to disregard foreign criticism. They come as Georgian Dream and the…