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Georgia at a crossroads: Democratic backsliding and turning away from pro-Western course

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  • Smolnik, Franziska
  • Tadumadze, Giorgi

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Georgia is at a turning point due to democratic backsliding in domestic policy and a reconfiguration of external relations influenced by regional and global geopolitical turbulence. In addressing this challenge, the EU should: consider carefully whether using communication channels will promote Georgia's democracy and future in Europe; assess the implications of cooperation for the broader population; and strengthen the resilience of Georgian civil society. Progress in the accession processes of other EU candidate countries could weaken EU-skeptical voices in Georgia and help solidify public support for the country's European aspirations.

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  • Smolnik, Franziska & Tadumadze, Giorgi, 2025. "Georgia at a crossroads: Democratic backsliding and turning away from pro-Western course," SWP Comments 27/2025, Stiftung Wissenschaft und Politik (SWP), German Institute for International and Security Affairs.
    • Handle: RePEc:zbw:swpcom:320460
    DOI: 10.18449/2025C27
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