Georgia's Election Could Be a Turning Point for the Caucasus Nation: What to Know
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Georgia's upcoming parliamentary election is critical, determining its future geopolitical alignment, as the ruling Georgian Dream party seeks to distance itself from the West, leaning toward Russia and China.
The Georgian Dream party wants a broad mandate to solidify its conservative approach, having already shifted the country's focus away from the West and closer to its powerful neighbors.
The splintered opposition urges voters to unite against the ruling party, aiming to steer Georgia toward EU and NATO memberships, putting pressure on Georgian Dream's 12-year rule.
Both sides claim projected polling results support their positions, making the election's outcome pivotal not only for Georgia but also for regional dynamics in the Caucasus.
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