(Geo)Political Economy of Authoritarian Consolidation in Georgia: the many faces of the foreign influence law The article discusses the geopolitical and economic implications of the Law on Transparency of Foreign Influence, which was recently adopted in Georgia despite the loud protest of different societal groups By Ia Eradze
3 Questions on the situation in Georgia to Sonja Schiffers Just under six months ago, Georgia became a formal candidate for EU membership. The Law on Transparency of Foreign Influence, adopted in mid-May 2024, however, hinders Georgian accession to the EU and has drawn massive protests by Georgian society. By Zora Siebert , Helena Borst and Dr. Sonja Schiffers
The Psychological Consequences of the Karabakh Wars in Azerbaijan: The Womanly Face of Trauma The psychological trauma inflicted on Azerbaijani society by the Karabakh conflict has not yet been processed; moreover, it has not been fully realized. The return of territories not only failed to heal these injuries but apparently sparked new fears in society. By Nika Musavi
Statement about the Draft Law on "Transparency of Foreign Influence" Statement by the German Political Foundations about the Draft Law on "Transparency of Foreign Influence."
From Raids to Wars: Queer Bodies for the Homeland, Azerbaijan While the impact of war and militarism is often studied in relation to women, this article looks at the relationship of toxic masculinity, militarism, homonationalism, and queerness in Azerbaijan in the context of the Second Nagorno-Karabakh War. By Lili Nazarov
Psychosocial Rehabilitation of Karabakh Armenians: The Womanly Face of Trauma This article traces the history of psychosocial support in Nagorno-Karabakh throughout its existence against the backdrop of general skepticism among care recipients. The text is based on personal experience, observations and research. As a journalist, I have covered this topic on numerous occasions; all the stories in this article are collected through personal meetings and conversations. By Alvard Grigoryan
Fundamental Gaps and Legal Inconsistencies of the Mineral Sector Development Strategy of Armenia The article analyses the new Mineral Sector Development Strategy of Armenia, which is based on the assumption that the mining industry in Armenia should develop rapidly in all areas where deposits of natural resources are confirmed. Read the document in Armenian By Artur Grigoryan
COP29: Azerbaijan’s Quest for International Legitimacy and Funding As the host country of COP29, authoritarian Azerbaijan wants to improve its international reputation and secure financing for the modernization of its energy sector. How should democratic states and international civil society approach the next COP? By Dr. Sonja Schiffers
Anti-Gender Movements and Georgia The article describes the anti-liberal and anti-democratic discourses prevalent in Eastern and Central European countries like Georgia, Hungary and Poland. The author connects instances of global anti-gender mobilization amid the latest crisis of democracy and the rise of right-wing populist authoritarianisms. By Nargiza Arjevanidze
Pesticide Use in Georgia: What Do We Need to Know for Safer and Environmentally Friendly Agricultural Production and Consumption? In the article, the author analyses the current practices of pesticide usage, examines the challenges faced by consumers and producers, and presents his vision for short- and long-term regulations of pesticide usage in Georgia. By Ilia Kunchulia