Georgia's Parliament Modifies Controversial Grant Approval Law Amid Criticism

Georgia’s parliament, shrouded in controversy, has passed new amendments to its contentious Law on Grants. The revisions, aimed at clarifying exemptions, were adopted on April 15 following an accelerated two-day deliberation process. These changes mark a significant moment in the nation’s ongoing debate over how foreign funding is regulated and approved. The new amendments exempt certain categories of funds from requiring government approval as grants. Diplomatic missions, consular offices, and