Georgia

Georgia Seeks Gains From Russia in Trade Bloc Talks

Opposition leaders say government should focus on achievable economic deals with Moscow rather than pressing political demands.

Caucasus: Dec '10/Jan '11

Training session aims to raise journalists’ awareness of vulnerability of natural disaster victims.

“Police State” Fears in Georgia

Legislative changes strengthen police and weaken right to public protest.

Georgian Ecology Ministry to Lose Powers

Parcelling out regulatory functions could lead to plundering of natural resources, conservationists warn.

Concerns Over Anti-Muslim Discrimination in Georgia

Ethnic Azerbaijanis told they are “only guests” in Christian-majority state.

Cold Comfort for Displaced Armenian Villagers

Villagers who fled homes nearly two decades ago still waiting for decent housing.

Azeri Theatre Struggles to Survive in Georgia

Minority-language theatre desperately short of funding.

Georgian Press Sharpen Understanding of Abkhazia

Georgian Pensioners "Betrayed"

Officials say they cannot afford significant pension rises, and try to curb prices instead.

Caucasus: Oct/Nov '10

Criticisms of new regulations on work of NGOs in breakaway regions voiced at IWPR event to be reviewed by Tbilisi officials.