Georgia's lawmakers deliberate on overriding the president's rejection of a contentious media bill.
Those who critique Georgia's new law see similarities with Russia's law against "foreign agents," allowing Russian authorities to take significant actions against media and organizations critical of the government. The EU, UN, and NATO have all urged the Tbilisi government to change direction. Georgia has been a candidacy for EU membership since December. However, the current administration is accused of trying to reel in the ex-Soviet republic closer to Moscow.
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- Despite international pressure from the EU, UN, and NATO, Georgian Parliament is considering a vote to override President Salome Zurabishvili's veto of the controversial media law.
- The controversial media bill, reminiscent of Russia's 'foreign agents' law, has sparked mass protests in Georgia, with critics fearing its potential impact on free press and freedom of speech.
- If the veto is overruled, Georgia's media landscape could face stricter regulations, leading to possible repercussions for the EU's prospective member, as reported by various media outlets.
Source: www.stern.de
