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16/07/2025

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Current Affairs Program by GIPA students, about the Caucasus region.

16/07/2025

Countdown to Consequences: EU Threatens Sanctions and Travel Restrictions on Georgia. As Georgia’s government drifts further from democratic norms, the EU is preparing to act.

Visa-free access, a key foreign policy win for Tbilisi, is now on the line. This report breaks down what’s at stake, who’s resisting action inside the EU, and how Georgian civil society is caught in the crossfire.

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16/07/2025

Tourism has been a cornerstone of Georgia’s economy and global image but is the shine starting to fade? As political tensions grow and regional instability affects international perception, the reality on the ground paints a more nuanced picture than official statements suggest.

In this report, we are diving into the challenges facing the tourism sector today, with insights from industry veterans and fresh perspectives from new visitors.

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16/07/2025

In May, Georgia passed the controversial 'Foreign Agents' law targeting NGOs and media receiving foreign funding. Those who refuse to comply risk criminal charges. Human rights groups warn it’s a major blow to civil society, with women’s rights organizations among the most affected.

This report follows female activists as they are standing their ground even as the pressure mounts.

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16/07/2025

Press freedom in Georgia is under growing threat. Journalists are facing mounting obstacles, from legal pressures to increasing restrictions, making it harder to report the truth.

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16/07/2025

What looks like a typical day by the river in Marneuli hides a serious issue. Polluted water, sewage, and trash flowing freely. Residents and authorities point fingers at each other, but the contamination continues unchecked. It's time to ask: who will take responsibility before it's too late?

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16/07/2025

From the Armenian–Georgian border to the streets of Tbilisi and Yerevan, stray dogs are everywhere and the problem is growing. With limited resources, volunteers and NGOs are stepping in where governments fall short. But without real action, the crisis risks spiraling out of control.

Watch our full report to see how communities, activists, and everyday citizens are trying to change the fate of thousands of animals.

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16/07/2025

Investors in Georgia are facing tough hurdles, from high taxes on authentic food to steep transport costs and political instability. Italian, Canadian, and Georgian entrepreneurs share their struggles.

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16/07/2025

It’s been over 200 days since daily protests began in Tbilisi. They were sparked by Georgian Dream’s decision to pause Georgia’s path toward EU integration. Since then, pressure on demonstrators has grown from 5,000 GEL fines to fears of arrest, the report explores the emotional and personal cost of long-term resistance in Georgia today.

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16/07/2025

Even in exile, Azerbaijani journalists face relentless pressure. From Georgia, they speak out about threats, surveillance, and the high cost of telling the truth beyond their homeland.

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