AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoBatumi Arts & Film: Batumi International Art-House Film Festival marks its 25th edition with 76 films across seven sections, including a Georgian Animation Classics push for young audiences, plus new Georgian critics’ and youth juries. Protests & Politics: On the 659th day of demonstrations, supporters in Tbilisi and Batumi again demanded the release of political prisoners and an end to “Russophile” policy, with organizers calling for a Sept. 27 march. Occupied Territories & Courts: Georgia says the Council of Europe’s Committee of Ministers reaffirmed support for “Georgia v. Russia” and urged Russia to withdraw forces, stop “borderisation,” and enable safe returns. Security & Diplomacy: Deputy FM Lasha Darsalia told the OSCE that Russia still occupies Georgian territories and maintains an illegal military presence; meanwhile, Georgia met Serbia’s MFA for talks on a free trade deal and deeper cooperation. Aviation & Investment: Changi Airports International says it’s interested in investing in the planned Vaziani airport near Tbilisi, targeting up to 20 million passengers by 2031. Energy & Regional Links: Georgia’s economy ministry highlighted Middle Corridor priorities with the new U.S. Chargé d’Affaires, while Armenia’s PM said gas import talks are underway with multiple partners. Governance & Daily Life: New school rules begin this September, including uniforms for younger pupils and phone restrictions, alongside broader curriculum and grading reforms.
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