Incumbents touting desire to turn Georgia into a one-party state Ruling party leaders see upcoming parliamentary vote as the “Nuremburg Trials” of Georgia’s democratic system. Giorgi Lomsadze Aug 27, 2024
A small tax on the super-rich could raise big revenue in the Caucasus, Central Asia – report A good idea with little chance of adoption over the medium-term. Aug 26, 2024
Georgia, Kyrgyzstan face scrutiny over possible sanctions-busting No fire, but lots of smoke. Brawley Benson Aug 16, 2024
Georgia: “Biopiracy” results in the death of imported trees Truth becomes stranger than fiction when Georgia’s billionaire boss goes tree hunting for his private garden. Giorgi Lomsadze Aug 15, 2024
Georgian economy ready to compete in the EU – report Tbilisi’s geopolitical pivot injects uncertainty into export growth prospects. Brawley Benson Aug 6, 2024
International Arbitration Court rules in favor of Georgian government on port development case Full-speed ahead for Chinese consortium to construct Anaklia facility. Brawley Benson Jul 30, 2024
Georgia: Yet another coup plot claimed by government Ivanishvili a supposed assassination target. Brawley Benson Jul 26, 2024
Georgian Dream policies damaging Tbilisi’s national security – experts Fractured relations with NATO raise chances of Russian mischief. Brawley Benson Jul 24, 2024
US diplomat says Georgian Dream actions put Tbilisi’s Euro-Atlantic integration hopes at risk Official points out that government policies are at odds with popular will. Jul 16, 2024
The United States tries to get Armenia, Azerbaijan to see the trade benefits of peace Georgia gets ghosted in NATO summit’s final communique. Ekaterina Venkina Jul 12, 2024
Georgia: FM tries to put positive spin on Georgian-NATO ties The Pentagon and State Department are unhappy with Tbilisi’s recent “actions and statements.” Ekaterina Venkina Jul 10, 2024
Georgia: Lawmakers contend national security concept needs updating Georgian Dream government reluctant to do anything that may rile Russia. Brawley Benson Jul 9, 2024
NATO Summit: Georgia and Armenia will get some attention A carrot for Yerevan and maybe a stick for Tbilisi. Ekaterina Venkina Jul 8, 2024
Georgia: In the doldrums at the fulcrum of a geopolitical pivot Locals aren’t optimistic about Chinese consortium’s port plans for Anaklia. Brawley Benson Jul 1, 2024
Perspectives: Georgia to be disappointed if it expects security guarantees from China An unequal strategic partnership for Georgia. Rasmus G. D. Hardt, Anders Streubel-Kristensen Jun 28, 2024
Georgia probing closer ties with Iran Are tighter ties with Tehran part of a geopolitical pivot? Brawley Benson Jun 19, 2024
Swiss summit gives Georgia and Ukraine presidents chance to reaffirm commitment to European integration Summit communique urges dialogue to end warfare without providing roadmap for talks. Ekaterina Venkina Jun 17, 2024
Political turmoil taking a toll on Georgia’s economy Government officials deny the economic roof is starting to cave in. Brawley Benson Jun 12, 2024
Eurasian citizens striving to obtain asylum in the United States reportedly face expedited removal Would-be asylum seekers from Georgia, Moldova, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan are supposedly targeted. Jun 11, 2024
Crime, Punishment & More Punishment: A Ukrainian convict’s Odyssey-like journey to freedom A Homerian epic flavored with a dash of Ivan Denisovich and Dante. Gatool Katawazi Jun 5, 2024
Perspectives: Georgia on the brink Ruling party running out of options as it confronts youth-driven protest movement. Stephen Jones Jun 3, 2024
Georgia: President unveils blueprint for opposition coalition Prime minister insinuates president is a traitor. Brawley Benson May 28, 2024
Georgia: With ‘foreign agents’ law a fait accompli, opposition focus turning to elections Can fractured opposition come together? Brawley Benson May 23, 2024
Georgia: The used-car capital of Eurasia Dealers grapple with uncertainty as country strives to remain a re-export hub. Brawley Benson May 21, 2024
Georgia: Market reaction shows ‘foreign agents’ law is bad for business Both sides preparing for extended fight. Brawley Benson May 17, 2024