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16 Georgian Wine Tastings Held in Major U.S. Supermarkets
Tbilisi (GBC) - In June 2025, 16 Georgian wine tastings were held across eight major supermarket chains in New York and Connecticut, showcasing the country’s rich winemaking heritage to American consumers. The events were organized by CORUS...

Georgian Dream moves to arrest those who don’t pay protest-related fines
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Georgian expert: Russia does not like Azerbaijan's independent policy in international arena
After Baku restored full control over Karabakh, significant changes in Azerbaijan's foreign policy became inevitable, Georgian expert Emil Avdaliani told Interpressnews, APA’s Tbilisi correspondent reports. He noted that following Baku’s...

Between the beats: Live music in techno-driven Tbilisi
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Georgian Dream’s foreign ministry expressed solidarity with Iran over “Israeli regime attack victims”
Georgia’s solidarity with Iran Deputy Foreign Minister of the Georgian Dream government Alexander Khvtisiashvili expressed solidarity with Iran at an event held at the Iranian embassy in Tbilisi, dedicated to the opening of a “Martyrs’ Memorial”...

Georgian official attends Iranian Embassy event commemorating those killed in Iran–Israel war
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UK Voices Serious Concerns Over Georgian Democracy and Political Influence of Bidzina Ivanishvili
The UK government has expressed deep concern over Georgia’s democratic backsliding, citing politically motivated prosecutions and the influential role of Bidzina Ivanishvili and his affiliates in shaping the country’s political trajectory. The...

Qvevri Expands to Batumi: “Colonnades by Qvevri” to Open with Grand Celebration on July 5
A new branch of the Qvevri restaurant—Colonnades by Qvevri—is set to open in Batumi on July 5. The venue, designed to accommodate 400 guests, will launch with a grand event on Batumi Boulevard. The Batumi location introduces a distinct and refined...

OSCE is calling on the Georgian Dream to release political prisoners and hold new elections
Georgia and the OSCE Portuguese Declaration The OSCE Parliamentary Assembly adopted the Portuguese Declaration, expressing concern over developments in Georgia following the parliamentary elections held on October 26, 2024. The declaration calls...

Our Approach to Illegal Commercial Facilities Near Highways Will Be Strict - GD Infrastructure Minister
GD Minister of Regional Development and Infrastructure Revaz Sokhadze has announced that the government will adopt a strict stance toward the illegal placement of commercial facilities near highways, citing both safety and traffic concerns. “The...

A Landmark Rolls-royce Debut In Georgia
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has presented two new Rolls-Royce models for the first time at an exclusive media reception in the capital, celebrating their respective debuts in Georgia. Charmian Leaver, Deputy British Ambassador to Georgia, said in her...

Georgia Expands MS Care with Free Drugs and Services
Tbilisi, Georgia: The government of the country has expanded its rare disease program to support multiple sclerosis patients with free medicines, MRI scans, and medical services, helping improve treatment and reduce family expenses. The Minister...

Georgia, IMO Strengthen Maritime Ties
The Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia Mariam Kvrivishvili held a meeting with Arsenio Dominges, Secretary General of the International Maritime Organization, who is visiting Georgia. At the meeting, the parties discussed a...

Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat launches Vineet Gopal’s landmark book on Indian Outbound Tourism
In a landmark moment for India’s travel and tourism sector, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Cabinet Minister of Culture and Minister of Tourism, officially launched the debut book by Vineet Gopal — ‘Indian Outbound Tourism 2030: Why India...

Former Georgian Defence Minister Okruashvili sentenced to 8 months
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OSCE PA slams Georgian election conduct, urges return to EU path
The OSCE Parliamentary Assembly has adopted the Porto Declaration and accompanying resolutions, including a strongly worded resolution titled “Supporting Democracy and OSCE Values in Georgia”, which expresses alarm over Georgia’s democratic...

OSCE PA urges Syria to withdraw recognition of “independence” of Georgia’s Abkhazia, Tskhinvali regions
At its plenary session on Thursday, the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly adopted the Porto Declaration and accompanying resolutions, reaffirming strong support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Georgia and Ukraine. In the document, the...

Re-Wind: Ireland vs Georgia – A look back at each ‘brutal’ clash ahead of Summer Tour kick-off
Ireland travel to Tbilisi to face Georgia in a one-off Test that forms part of their tour of Europe, with them heading to Portugal the week after. Many of the stars and even head coach Andy Farrell away with the British and Irish Lions, so it will...

Georgian has had Collingwood campus since 1984, but not this year
College officials cite changes to international student eligible programs and provincial funding as reasons behind not offering classes this year COLLINGWOOD — Georgian College’s future in Collingwood looked bright when new program offerings...

Opinion | How Georgian Dream uses the power of illusion to consolidate its autocracy
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