The Parliament of Georgia makes a controversial decision
The Parliament of Georgia has made an important decision in relation to the foreign influence law. Parliament recently voted to override a presidential veto of this controversial law. This measure has generated a great debate and may have significant repercussions for the future of the country.
The law of foreign influence and its implications
The Foreign Influence Act is a bill that requires civil society organizations and media that receive more than 20% of their income from abroad to register as ‘organizations serving the interests of’ a foreign power’. This law has been the subject of controversy and has generated great opposition from various sectors of Georgian society.
Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili vetoed the law, arguing that it is similar to a 2012 Russian law that has been used to crack down on pro-Western groups. However, Parliament, controlled by the ruling Georgian Dream party, has voted to override the presidential veto, opening the door for the president to sign the bill in the coming days.
Reactions and consequences
The decision of the Parliament of Georgia has generated great opposition and protests from the opponents of this law. Thousands of people demonstrated in front of the Parliament building, showing their opposition and calling for a European future for the country. In addition, the European Union has expressed its concern and stated that this law may be an obstacle to Georgia’s accession to the bloc.
The EU has emphasized that this law goes against the fundamental principles and values of the European Union. This could have major repercussions for Georgia, as the country’s candidate status in the bloc could be in jeopardy. Several EU representatives have expressed their disappointment and warned that this decision may have negative consequences for Georgia’s European aspirations.
The future of Georgia
The decision by the Parliament of Georgia to override the presidential veto of the foreign influence law has a significant impact on the future of the country. This decision may affect the aspirations of many Georgians to become part of the European Union and may open the door to greater influence from Moscow. The next few days will be decisive to see how this situation develops and what the consequences will be for Georgia.