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Georgia's new president sworn in amid political crisis and protests


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Published in Politics and Government on Sunday, December 29th 2024 at 13:41 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • Mikheil Kavelashvili was sworn in as Georgian president in a ceremony in parliament in Tbilisi on Sunday, despite weeks of protests and the refusal of his predecessor, Salome Zourabichvili, to stand aside.

Georgia's newly elected President, Salome Zourabichvili, was sworn into office amidst a backdrop of political turmoil and public demonstrations. The inauguration took place in Tbilisi, where thousands gathered to protest against the ruling Georgian Dream party, accusing it of corruption and ties to Russian interests. The political crisis has been exacerbated by the controversial impeachment of the previous president, Giorgi Margvelashvili, and ongoing disputes over electoral reforms. Despite the festive atmosphere intended for the ceremony, the event was overshadowed by calls for justice, transparency, and a shift towards more democratic governance. President Zourabichvili, who has a background in French politics and was born in France, has promised to address these issues, aiming to bridge the gap between the government and the opposition, and to steer Georgia towards closer integration with Europe.

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