The amendments in the Broadcasting Law and Law on Assemblies and Demonstrations raise concerns over media freedom and, ultimately, the rights to freedom of assembly and expression.
Policing of the event highlighted ongoing tensions surrounding LGBTQ+ rights and raised concerns about government's ability to protect freedom of assembly.
Recent arrests give cause for concern about the protection of freedom of expression as well as the government’s commitment to supporting the critical process of European integration.
Targeted attacks from government representatives accusing CSOs of advocating against Georgia’s EU candidate status signal a deteriorating CSO environment.