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Tuesday, February 3, 2026, #016 (6072)

CoE Commissioner Urges Georgian Dream Parliament to Reject Foreign Funding Amendments

Michael O'Flaherty, the Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights, has called on Georgia's disputed Parliament to reject proposed legislative amendments that would further tighten restrictions on civil society organizations receiving foreign funding. (more)

Volski Says Grant Amendments Target 'Black Money,' Denies Repression

First Vice Speaker of Georgian Dream Parliament Gia Volski has rejected criticism of proposed amendments to Georgia's Law on Grants, insisting the changes are aimed only at stopping what he called "black money," not restricting legitimate civic activity. (more)

The News in Brief

"Amnesty International Warns Georgia's Draft Laws Would Criminalize Civic Activity" (more)

Opinion & Analysis

Why the U.S. Vice President Is Not Visiting Georgia

The visit of U.S. Vice President JD Vance to the South Caucasus will be a momentous event. (more)
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