Overview of Political Alliances for Georgia's 2024 Parliamentary ...
Oct 10, 2024 · On September 26, the deadline for submitting party lists for Georgia’s upcoming parliamentary elections closed, with the Central Election Commission (CEC) announcing that 19 election subjects had submitted their lists.
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Georgia's leading English language newspaper, published weekly. "Targeting people for exercising their freedom of expression and fundamental rights undermines justice, democracy, and the rule of law in Georgia," reads a statement from the US Embassy in Georgia....
Parliament adopts “Family Values” bill in third reading
Sep 17, 2024 · Ionatamishvili claimed that the initiative aligns with the values that Georgian society demands. The newly adopted law addresses several key areas, including marriage, adoption, foster care, medical procedures that alter a person’s biological sex, the designation of gender in official documents, and education.
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Georgian elections: leaders call for unity and participation
Oct 26, 2024 · President Salome Zurabishvili secured her vote early morning at Public School No. 67. She expressed her commitment to building a ‘new Georgia,’ a vision she has pursued for more than two decades.
Government proposes the first draft of 2025 budget
Oct 1, 2024 · The Georgian government has submitted the very first draft of the country’s 2025 budget to parliament, demonstrating an old-fashioned approach to fiscal strategy. The notable aspects include an expected economic growth of 5.5% and the GDP prediction of GEL 97.4 billion, amounting to over $9,600 for GDP per capita.
Georgia Increases Pensions and Social Welfare as Part of 2025 …
Jan 9, 2025 · Georgia’s government has announced a ₾35 increase in pensions for 2025, boosting monthly payments to ₾350 for those under 70 and ₾450 for seniors aged 70 and older. This adjustment, confirmed by Finance Minister Lasha Khutsishvili, aligns with a broader budgetary effort to enhance social ...
Georgia’s Path to EU Membership: A Historic Recommendation
On November 8, 2023, a momentous announcement reverberated across Europe, heralding a historic milestone for Georgia. The European Commission, under the leadership of President Ursula von der Leyen, formally recommended granting Georgia the coveted status of Candidate for European Union (EU) Membership.
New repressive laws come into effect in Georgia - Georgia Today
Dec 30, 2024 · Georgian Dream President Mikheil Kavelashvili signed into law the repressive laws hastily passed by the “Dream” parliament in recent days. What will come into effect on December 30: Increased fine for organized roadblocking or group traffic in a built-up area when the roadway is fully occupied ...
Young, Furious & Frustrated: What Does the Future Hold for …
Oct 3, 2024 · Fire. Photo by the author. Berserkers: At Home – The Revolt Against Theatrical Convention Giorgi Jamburia’s Berserkers: At Home stands out as a quintessential example of how young Georgian directors are breaking away from traditional forms to create an immersive and unpredictable theatrical experience.