
Georgian PM Kobakhidze Alleges OSCE Report on Georgia Was Pre-Drafted, Cites Conflict of Interest
Georgian Dream Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze claims the OSCE’s Moscow Mechanism report on Georgia was pre-written, accusing the rapporteur of concealing a conflict of interest and attempting to force Georgia to register women.

Kobakhidze Meets with Israeli Ambassador Amid War in Middle East
Georgian Dream Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze met with Israel’s Ambassador Walid Abu Haya on March 11 amid the ongoing war in the Middle East.

Georgian Dream's New Laws Restricting Grants and Political Activity Draw International Condemnation
A legislative package introduced by the Georgian Dream-led parliament on March 4, which tightens restrictions on foreign funding and political activity, has been met with criticism from international bodies including the OSCE/ODIHR, the EU, and several European governments.

Georgian Dream MP Meets with U.S. Deputy National Security Advisor in Washington
Nikoloz Samkharadze, a Georgian Dream member of parliament and chair of its Foreign Relations Committee, met with U.S. Deputy National Security Advisor Andrew Baker in Washington during a visit.

Georgian MPs Visit Washington for Alliance of Sovereign Nations Summit
Georgian Dream MPs Nikoloz Samkharadze, Mariam Lashkhi, and Lika Shartava, along with People’s Power MP Eka Sepashvili, are in the United States to attend the inaugural summit of the Alliance of Sovereign Nations.

Tbilisi Offers Condolences to Both Iran and Israel, Expresses Solidarity with Gulf Countries
The Georgian Dream government stated on March 2 that it is following ongoing military actions in the Middle East with “deep concern,” extending condolences to both Iran and Israel, and expressing…

Georgian Dream Backs UK-Sanctioned Channels Amid Uncertainty Over Impact
Georgian Dream leaders, including Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze, have expressed support for Imedi TV and POSTV, the two major pro-government channels sanctioned by the United Kingdom on February 24 over “Russian disinformation,” as uncertainty persists over what specific effects the sanctions may have on the broadcasters. Calling the UK’s decision to sanction the two channels …

Georgia Bans Foreigners From Courier, Taxi, Tour Guide Jobs, Introduces New Work Permit Rules
Starting March 1, a foreign national without a permanent residence permit in Georgia will no longer be allowed to work as a courier, taxi driver, or tour guide under a February 20 decree issued by Georgian Dream Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze. While the decree formally introduces a “work permit” to be issued by a government …

Georgia to Gradually Ban Plastic Bottles Starting 2026
The Georgian Dream government has adopted a decree to gradually ban the production, import, and sale of plastic bottles, with the first phase targeting restaurants and cafes from July 1, 2026, citing environmental concerns.

OSCE PA Delegation Concludes Visit to Georgia, Notes Absence of ‘Political Dialogue’
OSCE Parliamentary Assembly President Pere Joan Pons and a high-level delegation concluded a three-day visit to Georgia on March 10 aimed at “encouraging dialogue, strengthening democratic institutions, and promoting engagement across the political spectrum,” the organization said in a press release. During the March 8-10 visit, the delegation met with key Georgian Dream officials, including …

Slamming UK Sanctions, ComCom Warns Stricter Content Regulation of Georgian Broadcasters
The Communications Commission, Georgia’s media regulator, signaled plans for more proactive enforcement of restrictive broadcasting laws in a statement criticizing recent U.K. sanctions against two pro-government television channels, Imedi TV and POSTV, imposed over allegations of spreading “Russian disinformation.” ComCom, chaired by former Georgian Dream MP Goga Gulordava since January, is responsible for enforcing the …

Georgian Parliament Adopts Restrictive Package on Foreign Funding and Political Activity
The Georgian Dream-led parliament has passed a package of restrictive measures that impose additional curbs on foreign funding, criminalize 'external lobbying,' and limit political and business activities.

Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan Visits Tbilisi
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and his cabinet members are visiting Tbilisi on a working visit from March 3 to 4. Georgian Dream Foreign Minister Maka Botchorishvili received him at Tbilisi International Airport. The Armenian delegation also includes Chief of Staff to the Prime Minister, Arayik Harutyunyan, Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan, Education Minister Zhanna Andreasyan, …

GD Slams UK Sanctions, Appeals to U.S. as Political Council Meets with Ivanishvili Present
The ruling Georgian Dream party decried the UK’s sanctioning of two pro-government channels and again appealed to the U.S. to change its attitude towards Tbilisi in a conspiracy-filled statement made after the February 27 political council meeting attended by the party founder Bidzina Ivanishvili. The statement, read out by GD Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze, comes …

High Food Prices in Georgia Attributed to Dishonest Practices
Georgian Dream Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze acknowledged the disproportionately high grocery prices burdening consumers, suspecting dishonest practices.

What to know about Georgia’s ‘most dangerous’ legislation yet
Georgian Dream’s latest legislative amendments have deepened fears over the ruling party tightening its grip on power.

EU Drops Kulevi Sanctions as GD, SOCAR Pledge Cooperation
The European Union will not include Kulevi Port in Georgia in its 20th package of sanctions against Russia, expected to be adopted shortly, citing “positive commitments” by Georgian authorities and the port operator in reassessing the initial proposal. The decision was communicated in a letter from EU sanctions envoy David O’Sullivan to Georgian Dream Foreign …

ADB President Meets with Kobakhidze, Praises Georgia’s ‘Strong Macroeconomic Performance’
Georgian Dream Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze met with Masato Kanda, President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the government administration reported on March 6. Kanda praised Georgia’s “strong macroeconomic performance,” reaffirming the Bank’s commitment to supporting the country’s economic development. “During the meeting, the parties discussed the fruitful cooperation between the government of Georgia and …

Iranians find refuge in Georgia, despite murky ties with Tehran
While many Iranians view Georgia as a safe haven, the Georgian Dream-led government has its own complex relationship with the Iranian authorities.

Georgian Opposition Parties Form Alliance to End Georgian Dream Rule
Georgian opposition parties have announced the formation of an alliance and a 'common strategy' to challenge and ultimately end the rule of the Georgian Dream party, despite a history of grievances among the alliance members.

Georgian Dream MPs to attend summit organized by Russian-friendly US Congressperson
Members of Parliament from Georgia's ruling Georgian Dream party are set to attend a summit organized by a US Congressperson known for being Russian-friendly.

Botchorishvili Meets with CoE Secretary General Berset at UNHRC Session
Georgian Dream Foreign Minister Maka Botchorishvili met with Council of Europe Secretary General Alain Berset on February 23 in Geneva, where she participated in the high-level segment of the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC). According to an official press release, the two discussed Georgia-CoE “cooperation” and “current issues on the …