Georgia’s defining moment

Billionaire Bidzina Ivanishvili has governed since 2012. His party, Georgian Dream, has faced criticism in recent years and allegations of democratic backsliding. The controversial “foreign agent law” led to mass protests and accusations of alignment with Russia.

In a highly polarized political landscape, the opposition is rallying around the promise of a European future for Georgia. Both the election on 26 Ocotber and the aftermath will be a defining moment and a turning point for the country.

Join us for a conversation about the political landscape in Georgia and the implications the election will have for Georgia and the wider region.

The panel discussion will be preceded by a short conversation with Njål Eirik Hole Mikalsen from EDDA, a student organization who will be present at the Georgian election.