Politics and Government
Politics and Government
Mon, December 9, 2024
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UK to reduce support for Georgia after 'shocking scenes of violence' at EU protests
Published on 2024-12-09 12:40:38 - Sky
- Protests broke out at the end of November when the Georgian ruling party suspended its talks on joining the EU after the European Parliament rejected its election result.
The UK has decided to reduce its support for Georgia following violent clashes during protests against a controversial "foreign agents" law, which critics argue mirrors oppressive Russian legislation. The Georgian parliament passed the bill in its first reading, prompting widespread demonstrations in Tbilisi. The law requires organizations receiving more than 20% of their funding from abroad to register as "foreign agents," a move seen as an attempt to stifle dissent and align closer with Moscow. The UK's Foreign Office condemned the violence, particularly the use of tear gas and water cannons against peaceful protesters, and expressed concerns over the law's potential to undermine democracy and freedom of expression in Georgia. As a result, the UK has announced a review of its support, which could impact financial aid and other forms of assistance to the country.
Read the Full Sky Article at:
[ https://news.sky.com/story/uk-to-reduce-support-for-georgia-after-shocking-scenes-of-violence-at-eu-protests-13270440 ]
Read the Full Sky Article at:
[ https://news.sky.com/story/uk-to-reduce-support-for-georgia-after-shocking-scenes-of-violence-at-eu-protests-13270440 ]
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