The Parliament, controlled by the Georgian Dream party, overrode a presidential veto of a bill critics say could undermine the country’s efforts to join the European Union.
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Georgia’s President Vetoes Foreign Influence Law
The law has triggered protests and threatens to derail the nation’s pro-European aspirations in favor of closer ties with Russia.
Georgia’s Parliament Gives Final Approval to ‘Foreign Agents’ Measure
The president has vowed to veto the legislation, which critics say could push the country back into Russia’s orbit. The governing party says it can override a veto.
Protests Swell in Georgia Over ‘Foreign Interests’ Bill
The authorities in the Eastern European nation said security forces had used water cannons and tear gas as demonstrators took to the streets over divisive legislation advanced by Parliament.
Georgia Bill Targeting ‘Foreign Interests’ Draws Protests
Opponents of the measure, which resembles a Russian law that Moscow has used to crack down on dissidents, say it could undermine efforts for Georgia to join the European Union.
Tensions Flare in Georgia as Direct Flights Resume With Russia
Moscow also eased visa requirements for Georgians. But its actions have stirred fears in Georgia, which was invaded by Russia in 2008.
Georgia Drops ‘Foreign Agents’ Bill That Set Off Protests Over Parallels to Russia
Although the U-turn was considered a victory for civil society, activists on both sides of the issue suggested that the fight was not over.
Georgia Protests Quiet Down as Government Pulls Back Russian-Style Law
But opposition leaders dismissed the move and warned that the government had not given up hope.
The Roots of the Georgia Protests
Always leery of Russian influence, Georgians see a new “foreign agents” law as a Kremlin-inspired tool to undermine their faltering democracy.
A New Figure Emerges to Shake Up Georgia’s Status Quo
With the country’s politics ‘on hold’ during Russia’s war on Ukraine, Anna Dolidze is awaiting her turn to lead on grass roots issues.