Friday, December 5, 2025

Incoming PM defends economic policy

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Giorgi Kvirikashvili. (Interpressnews.)

TBILISI, DFWatch–Georgia’s prime minister in waiting defended his handling of the economic crisis as he answered questions from parliamentarians on Monday ahead of a confirmation vote today, Tuesday.

As expected, Giorgi Kvirikashvili’s tenure as economy minister

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Family of Turtle Lake murder victim claims UNM member did it

The beach resort Turtle Lake ('Kus Tba')
The victim owned property at Turtle Lake, a popular lake resort right outside Tbilisi. (Interpressnews.)

TBILISI, DFWatch–A businessman who accused the National Movement government of seizing his property at Turtle Lake was shot to death Saturday morning.

Besik Khardziani was hit by several gunshots, also to his head, near his house in Tbilisi. He was taken to hospital

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As Elit Electronics takeover is completed, ex-owner fights on

Anzor Kokoladze believes the takeover of Elit Electronics was a conspiracy. (Photo: Interpressnews.)

TBILISI, DFWatch – One of the largest electronics chains in Georgia has been taken away from its founder, as the remaining 15 per cent of shares were sold at an auction.

Anzor Kokoladze, who built the chain from scratch, is serving an eight year prison term after a tax

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