Georgian Prime Minister Rejects U.S. Criticism of Draft 'Foreign Agents' Law

Key Points

• Draft law requires organizations with more than 20% foreign funding to register as foreign agents.
• EU and U.S. warn Georgia that the law could impact its chances of EU membership.
• Political tensions highlight a struggle between moving closer to Europe or back under Moscow's influence.

Pros

• Draft legislation aims to increase transparency regarding foreign influence.
• Georgian PM asserts sovereignty and resists perceived Western meddling.

Cons

• Opponents view the bill as authoritarian and Kremlin-inspired.
• Protests in Tbilisi signify dissatisfaction among the population.

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