Jacob Wilson, Author at Riverdale Standard

Jacob Wilson

Georgia’s Economic Horizon: A Beacon of Investment

Georgia, a country at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, has become a beacon for foreign investors. In 2023, the nation witnessed a significant influx of direct foreign investments, totaling 1.6 billion dollars. This remarkable achievement underscores Georgia’s growing reputation as a stable and promising economic landscape. The Investment Landscape Georgia’s strategic location, coupled with its liberal economic policies, has made it an attractive destination for investors. The government’s commitment…

Georgia Boosts Gambling Oversight and Taxes in 2024

In a decisive move to curb the rampant growth of gambling, Georgia has announced a comprehensive reform package that will elevate gambling oversight and significantly increase taxes on the industry. This bold initiative is set to take effect from July 1st, 2024, and represents the most radical policy shake-up since the reforms of 2021. The Georgian government’s decision comes in response to alarming statistics indicating a catastrophic rise in gambling…

Irakli Garibashvili: America is our main strategic partner

Georgia’s Chairman of “Georgian Dream” Irakli Gharibashvili spoke to journalists about various issues, among them were the relations between Georgia and America. He told to journalists that Georgia’s desire to strengthen strategic relations with America has always existed. He also spoke to journalists about other topics, including the possibility of online voting for the elections by emigrants. “Proportional elections are held for the first time and they will be held…

Four people drowned in the Dzusa river in Terjola municipality

Four young people lost their lives in a tragic drowning incident that occurred on Saturday night in the Dzusa river in the village of Zeda Sazano in Terjola municipality, Georgia. The victims were locals from the village – a father and son – and two visitors. According to the media reports, the incident happened when a man lost his foot and fell into the water, after which the accompanying persons…

Georgia and Sweden Strengthen Bilateral and Multilateral Cooperation

The Prime Minister of Georgia, Irakli Kobakhidze, met with the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Sweden to Georgia, Anna Lyberg, on February 28, 2024. The meeting focused on the fruitful cooperation between the two countries in both bilateral and multilateral formats, and the prospects for deepening it further. Sweden: A Reliable Partner for Georgia The Prime Minister of Georgia expressed his gratitude to Sweden for its consistent support for Georgia’s…

Georgia’s Gold Export Declines by 40% in January 2024

Georgia, a country rich in mineral resources, has seen a significant drop in its gold export in the first month of 2024. According to the National Statistics Office of Georgia (GEOSTAT), the country exported only 0.21 tons of gold worth $7.08 million in January, which is 40% less than the same period in 2023. What Caused the Decrease in Gold Export? There are several factors that may have contributed to…

US Embassy praises Georgian people’s spirit of freedom on Soviet Occupation Day

Georgia marks 103rd anniversary of Soviet invasion On February 25, 2024, Georgia commemorated the 103rd anniversary of the Soviet invasion that ended its brief period of independence in 1921. The Georgian government and people paid tribute to the soldiers and civilians who sacrificed their lives for the country’s sovereignty and freedom. The Georgian flags were flown at half-mast across the country and abroad to honor the victims of the Soviet…

Austin Hill claims third win at Atlanta with smart fuel strategy

Austin Hill, the NASCAR Xfinity Series driver from Winston, Georgia, celebrated his third victory at Atlanta Motor Speedway on Saturday night, after saving enough fuel to survive a two-lap overtime. Hill, who drives the No. 21 Chevrolet for Richard Childress Racing, has won three of the last four races at his home track, and is off to a historic start in the 2024 season. Hill follows Tony Stewart’s footsteps By…

Daniel Suarez claims his second Cup victory in a thrilling finish at Atlanta

Daniel Suarez made history on Sunday as he became the first Mexican driver to win a NASCAR Cup Series race at Atlanta Motor Speedway. He also snapped his 57-race winless streak by edging out Ryan Blaney and Kyle Busch in a three-wide photo finish that was decided by mere inches. Suarez overcomes early crash and late challenge Suarez’s victory was not without challenges, as he had to overcome a massive…

Georgian President Honors Fallen Cadets of 1921

A tribute to the heroes of the First Democratic Republic of Georgia The President of Georgia, Salome Zurabishvili, paid tribute to the memory of the young military cadets who fell defending the country during the February 1921 Red Army invasion that put an end to the three-year First Democratic Republic of Georgia. The President laid wreaths on the cadets’ memorial in Kojori and the cadets’ memorial plaque on the facade…