Transparency International Georgia (TI Georgia) is currently embroiled in a significant controversy regarding its election status. The Tbilisi City Court recently upheld a decision by the Anti-Corruption Bureau, which classified TI Georgia as a political entity. This classification subjects the organization to stringent regulations typically reserved for political parties, despite its non-participation in elections. TI Georgia has expressed strong disapproval of this decision and is actively seeking to overturn it…

In a recent statement, Tbilisi Mayor Kakha Kaladze responded to Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s remarks about normalizing relations between Georgia and its occupied territories, Abkhazia and South Ossetia. While Kaladze acknowledged the positive tone of Lavrov’s statement, he emphasized the need for effective and concrete steps to be taken to ensure real progress. The Georgian government remains committed to restoring territorial integrity through peaceful negotiations and mutual understanding. Positive…

In a move that has sparked significant debate, Georgian President Salome Zurabishvili has signed the Amnesty Law, which will see the release of thousands of prisoners and the reduction of sentences for many more. However, the timing of this decision, coming just ahead of the parliamentary elections, has led to accusations of indirect voter bribery. President Zurabishvili herself has criticized the timing, suggesting that the ruling party’s initiative could be…

In a significant move, Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili has signed a law granting amnesty to thousands of prisoners. This decision, proposed by the ruling Georgian Dream party and approved by the Parliament, will see the release of around 1,000 inmates and the reduction of sentences for approximately 4,000 others. The amnesty, however, excludes those convicted of serious crimes such as murder, drug trafficking, and terrorism. The timing of this decision,…