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politics1 year ago

Georgia Parliament Overrides President to Pass Controversial Foreign Agents Law

Georgia's parliament has overridden President Salome Zourabichvili's veto of a controversial "foreign agents" bill, which critics argue will restrict media freedom and hinder Georgia's EU membership prospects. The bill mandates that media and NGOs receiving over 20% of their funding from abroad register as foreign agents. The veto was rejected by an 84-4 vote, sparking renewed protests and international criticism, including from the EU and US. Opponents liken the bill to Russian legislation aimed at stifling dissent and fear it will push Georgia closer to Russia's influence.

via Al Jazeera English|
#european-union#foreign-agent-bill#georgia
international-politics1 year ago

US Imposes Visa Restrictions and Reviews Ties Over Georgia's 'Foreign Agent' Law

The US will impose visa restrictions on individuals undermining democracy in Georgia due to a controversial "foreign agent" bill that mandates NGOs and media with significant foreign funding to register as foreign agents. The bill, passed by the ruling Georgian Dream party, has sparked mass protests and criticism for stifling freedom and mimicking Russian legislation. The US warns the bill could hinder Georgia's EU and NATO aspirations, while Georgia's President vetoed the bill, though the ruling party may override it.

via Al Jazeera English|
#democracy#foreign-agent-bill#georgia
politics1 year ago

"Violent Clash Erupts in Georgia Parliament Over Controversial 'Russian-Style' Bill"

Lawmakers in Georgia's parliament scuffled during a debate over a controversial foreign agent bill, prompting hundreds of protesters to rally outside the parliament. The bill, proposed by the ruling party, requires media and non-commercial organizations receiving over 20% of their funding from abroad to register as being under foreign influence, drawing comparisons to repressive laws in Russia. Opponents argue that the bill could hinder Georgia's EU aspirations, while the president has indicated a potential veto.

via The Associated Press|
#foreign-agent-bill#georgia#kremlin
politics1 year ago

"Violent Clash Erupts in Georgian Parliament Over 'Foreign Agent' Legislation"

Georgian lawmakers engaged in a brawl in parliament as the ruling party pushed forward a controversial bill requiring organizations that accept foreign funds to register as foreign agents or face fines, sparking criticism from Western countries and protests at home. The bill has reignited tensions over Georgia's relations with the West and Russia, with critics labeling it as "the Russian law." The adoption of the legislation is likely to deepen divisions in the country, with the staunchly pro-Western president condemning it as damaging to democracy.

via Al Jazeera English|
#foreign-agent-bill#georgia#parliament-brawl