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Georgia’s Pro-Western Turn Is Officially on Life Support
Georgia’s parliamentary elections late last month appeared to be a test of the country’s democracy and the viability of its longstanding Euro-Atlantic path. Amid credible allegations of irregularities, official results giving the incumbent Georgian Dream, or GD, party a commanding lead sparked protests at home and incredulity abroad. Whether GD can hold on, and how… Read More
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The Countdown to Save Georgia’s Democracy is On: An Assessment
The October 2024 parliamentary elections left Georgians grappling with questions, concerns and deep emotions for what lies ahead amid existential risks to our democracy and sovereignty—including the security threat from Russia, a derailed EU integration process, and the rise of authoritarianism. Based on emerging evidence, there is a little doubt that Georgia’s October 26 elections… Read More
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Georgia’s Electoral Battle Continues
This column explores the key issues shaping life in the South Caucasus, focusing on how the divergent paths of Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan reflect the region’s complex histories, economic developments, and political shifts. While new generations in these countries grow more isolated from one another due to language barriers and conflicting national trajectories, the same… Read More
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As the ruling party claims victory in Georgia’s disputed election, Western condemnation is no longer enough
As tens of thousands take to the streets to protest the election results, Georgia faces a familiar crisis – with a few key differences. Read full article on Chatham House’s website Read More
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An elegy for Georgia’s democracy
The West must see Georgia as a warning, pointing to the growing sophistication of authoritarian political technologies, which have implications for foreign elections as well as those at home. Read full article on Politico’s website Read More
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Beyond the Battlefield: Why a Ukrainian Victory May Not Secure Belarus’s Democratic Future
by Katsiaryna Shmatsina As the peace talks on Russia-Ukraine war emerge, many believe that Russia’s defeat could result in the Kremlin losing its grip on neighboring countries. While Russia may be weakened by the war, it could still retain Belarus as a bargaining chip. It’s crucial for the international community to ensure that this possibility is… Read More
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Belarus: Navigating Turmoil and Transformation
Democratic Security Institute organizes an online panel discussion on Belarus: Navigating Turmoil and Transformation Read More
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DSI Statement on Foreign Agent Law
Georgian Dream’s decision last week to enact the Russian-style foreign agents law, overturning President Zourabichvili’s veto, endangers the future of civil society, European Union accession, and democratic governance in Georgia. The enactment of this law not only serves to subvert the will of the Georgian people by driving Georgia towards Russia, but also puts Georgian… Read More
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