Georgia Struggles to Find Viable Paths to Peace
Government roadmap envisages direct route to restoring sovereignty over Abkhazia and South Ossetia, but experts say more innovative approaches are needed.
30 Sep 11
Abkhazia
Few Changes Expected From New Abkhaz Leader
President Alexander Ankvab likely to seek continuity, though some fear more authoritarian style.
3 Sep 11
Stunned Abkhazia Begins Search for New Leader
With no clear front-runner in sight yet, any successor to the late President Bagapsh faces task of promoting Abkhazian interests in close but unequal relationship with Moscow.
6 Jun 11
Abkhazia's Women Lament Under-Representation
Four women in parliament “not an achievement, but a disgrace”, says leading member.
18 Mar 11
Georgia Seeks Gains From Russia in Trade Bloc Talks
Opposition leaders say government should focus on achievable economic deals with Moscow rather than pressing political demands.
11 Mar 11
Moscow's Money Mislaid in Abkhazia
Russian audit chief finds no wrongdoing in Abkhazia’s use of development funds, but notes millions of dollars have yet to be accounted for.
30 Jan 11
Georgian Refugees Face Expulsion From Capital
Controversial plan to move refugees from Abkhazian and South Ossetian conflict out of Tbilisi.
18 Jan 11
Crackdown on Islamists in Azerbaijan
Detentions come after Muslim party leader compared president with historical figure vilified in Shia tradition.
15 Jan 11
Abkhazia Looks to Turkey for Fresh Blood
Government tries to encourage descendents of 19th century emigrants to come home.
12 Nov 10
Georgia to Control NGO Work in Abkhazia, South Ossetia
Government says it must approve projects involving two disputed entities.
5 Nov 10
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