Georgia

Georgia: Corruption Crackdown Makes Waves

Mikheil Saakashvili's anti-corruption campaign has claimed some high-profile victims and stirred controversy.

4 Mar 04

Former allies speak out as new president moves to consolidate his power.

13 Feb 04

The construction bonanza is changing the Baku skyline, but also prompting questions about whether the industry is a cover for money-launderers.

21 Nov 03

Protests bring Tbilisi to a halt as Shevardnadze refuses to back down.

13 Nov 03

Parliament enacts US-style anti-smoking law, though independent-minded Georgians are unlikely to obey.

19 Sep 03

New publication aims to revitalise identity of west Georgian group living in Abkhazia.

6 Sep 03

Counterfeit, expired or smuggled pharmaceuticals are putting the population's health at risk.

6 Sep 03

The International Monetary Fund is running out of patience with Tbilisi’s failure to implement reforms.

25 Jul 03

On paper Georgians have the right to receive free medical treatment, but the reality is a lot different.

10 Jul 03

A group of hunger-striking Chechens accuse the United Nations of abandoning them

13 Jun 03

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