Economics

“Bugs in khachapuri, worms in pâté”: Radio Liberty exposes food problems in Georgia’s prisons

March 15, 2026

The investigation revealed that the penitentiary service had long been aware of violations but kept the contract with the supplier company

EU excludes Georgia’s Kulevi from sanctions list

Georgia - EU

EU removes Georgia’s Kulevi oil terminal from 20th Russia sanctions list

Georgia - EU

March 10, 2026

This decision follows formal commitments from the Georgian authorities and the port’s operator, Azerbaijan’s SOCAR, to ensure full compliance with international sanctions.

Armenia

Armenia temporarily waives visas for citizens of 113 countries

Armenia

March 06, 2026

From 1 January to 1 July 2026, citizens of these countries can travel to Armenia without spending time obtaining a visa and may stay in the country for up to 180 days.

Armenia

Pension rise in Armenia: economic growth or voter handout?

Armenia

February 27, 2026

Government’s pension rise branded pre-election bribery by opposition as officials cite stronger-than-expected economic growth

Armenia’s railways: ending the Russian concession

Opinion: Armenia would benefit from returning its railways to state control

Armenia-Russia

February 26, 2026

Armenia’s railways have operated under a Russian concession since 2008, but growing criticism of the operator’s performance has fuelled debate over ending the contract.

UK sanctions tanker that delivered Russian oil to Georgia’s Kulevi port

Georgia

February 25, 2026

It remains unclear whether this will directly affect Georgian ports or previously completed operations.

Sanctions proposed against Georgia’s Kulevi port

German envoy to Georgia addresses sanctions against Kulevi port, vetoed by Slovakia and Hungary

Georgia - EU

February 24, 2026

According to Peter Fischer, the Georgian authorities see Hungary as their “best friend” in the European Union, but that will not help them secure closer ties with the bloc.

Azerbaijani link uncovered in Russian oil network

Russia’s $90bn oil network: how Azerbaijani businessmen were exposed

Azerbaijan-Russia

February 24, 2026

The investigation shows that tankers linked to Azerbaijan became a key part of a sanctions-evasion network.

Electric cars are safe — the concern lies with their batteries, as Armenia debates potential risks

Armenia

February 20, 2026

Electric vehicles are often described as “green cars” because their emissions are close to zero. However, their batteries contain toxic and highly flammable materials, and typically last no more than 12 years.

Geostat: Georgia’s foreign trade turnover down 23.6% in January 2026 compared with last year

Georgia

February 19, 2026

US no longer among Georgia’s top three trading partners

Abkhazia plans to ban duty-free shops, citing harm to local retailers

Abkhazia

February 05, 2026

And that damage to suppliers ultimately harms the republic’s budget as well

Opinion: 'Everything must be done to ensure Russian Railways leaves Armenia'

Armenia-Russia

February 03, 2026

Political analyst Ruben Meghrabyan says Russian Railways will not restore the three railway sections needed to fully unblock Armenia, as this does not serve Russia’s interests

Armenia bets on AI development, but experts warn of lack of strategy

Armenia

January 30, 2026

A powerful artificial intelligence factory is due to launch in 2026. An expert view on technological cooperation with the United States, as well as the prospects and risks of using AI.

iFact investigation finds 19 ships calling at Georgian ports match criteria of Russia’s 'shadow fleet'

Georgia-Russia

January 28, 2026

The journalists reached this conclusion after monitoring vessels calling at the ports of Batumi, Poti and Kulevi over a two-month period.

Partial reopening of Armenia–Turkey border expected, no date announced yet

Armenia-Turkey

January 27, 2026

According to Armenian media, the border will open on 1 February for third-country nationals and holders of diplomatic passports. Official Yerevan has neither confirmed nor denied these reports.

Yerevan discusses the potential for linking energy systems of Armenia and Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan-Armenia

January 26, 2026

The debate was prompted by a statement from Nikol Pashinyan: “The energy systems of Armenia and Azerbaijan will be linked and will make mutual use of export and import opportunities.”

Imports from Georgia to Russia via Abkhazia

'Covert imports into Russia from Georgia via Abkhazia' – video discussion by Abkhaz experts

Georgia

January 26, 2026

Tengiz Dzhopua: “Everyone has already reached agreements — in Moscow, Tbilisi and Abkhazia. We just don’t know about it.”

Opinion: 'Georgia left without allies as Trump excludes it from Peace Council'

Georgia

January 22, 2026

International relations expert: “Ivanishvili has deliberately removed Georgia from geopolitics”

Opinion:'Trump’s 25% tariffs will not be a major burden for Armenia'

Armenia

January 22, 2026

Economist Anna Pakhlyan says Armenia could be included in an exemptions list, citing strategic ties with the United States and the implementation of the joint TRIPP project.

Georgia’s state security service inspects shops on PM’s orders

Georgia

January 22, 2026

The investigation is linked to rising prices in the country.

Ilham Aliyev in Davos: 'Azerbaijan is the only safe route between Europe and Central Asia'

Azerbaijan

January 22, 2026

The main topics of discussion included Azerbaijan’s investment priorities, its energy strategy, regional transport links, and relations with Armenia in the post-conflict period.