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Friday, September 5, 2025, #163 (5974)

Kobakhidze Rejects EU 'Pressure' on Gender and Marriage Laws, Defends Transparency Law

Ruling Party Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze has vowed that Georgia will not allow changes to laws concerning gender recognition or same-sex marriage, accusing European bureaucrats of engaging in what he called a "shameful attempt at blackmail." (more)

Parliament Approves Law Requiring Convicted Financial Offenders to Repay Victims, Imposes Travel Restrictions

On September 3, the Georgian parliament, dominated by the ruling Georgian Dream party, passed a legislative package in its third and final reading that mandates individuals convicted of serious financial crimes to repay damages to victims. (more)

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"Papuashvili Criticizes Brussels Over Leaked Report on Georgia" (more)

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Eight Opposition Parties Don't Recognise Local Elections as Legitimate, Refuse to Participate

Boycott or participate in local elections? This question has fractured Georgia's pro-Western opposition forces. Eight opposition parties have announced they will not take part in the local self-government elections scheduled for October 4. (more)
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