Rule of Law and Human Rights

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New Law on "Personal Data Protection" and Standards of Transparency

On June 14, 2023, the Parliament of Georgia successfully adopted the new legislation "On Personal Data Protection" in the third reading, which substantially changed existing regulations concerning the processing of personal data and expanded the grounds for data processing.
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The Draft Law of Georgia "On De-oligarchization": Concluding Recommendation of the Venice Commission and Prospects for its Implementation

The Venice Commission called on Georgian authorities to relinquish the personalized approach to fight against oligarchic influences - a special law.
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Analysis of Overall Statistical Data on General Courts of Georgia 2010-2022

The courts of various instances of Georgia produce statistics according to the statistical forms developed by the Supreme Court, which are sent to the Supreme Court. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court produces statistical reports according to the data reflected in the statistical forms.

 
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Public Discussion: Understanding the Effects of the Recent Amendments to the Law on Broadcasting on Digital Rights

A public discussion was conducted by the Institute for the Development of Freedom of Information (IDFI) on May 19, 2023. The meeting involved representatives from public agencies, civil society organizations, media organizations, and telecommunication companies. 
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"Georgian Dream" Continues to Protect the Interests of the Clan

The "Georgian Dream" deliberately prevented the creation of a temporary investigative commission in the Parliament twice, which was supposed to study corruption and other violations in the judicial system.
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The Coalition Reacts to the Imposition of Sanctions on Judges

The US Department of State has imposed personal sanctions on entry into the country on members of an influential group of judges due to their involvement in significant corruption.
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Freedom of Information in the Public Defender's Report

On April 3, 2023, the Public Defender's report on the Situation in Human Rights and Freedoms in Georgia during 2022 was published, Chapter 7 of which reviews the current environment in terms of freedom of information in the country.
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Law on Agents of Foreign Influence: European Practice and Georgia

The So-called Law on Foreign Agents is incompatible with the European Union legal system and values. There is no legislation in any country of the EU that assigns the status of "foreign agent" to non-governmental organizations.

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Statement regarding the trial of Mikheil Saakashvili

We, the signatory organizations, wish to comment once again on the extremely serious health condition of the third president of Georgia, Mikheil Saakashvili.

 
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Promoting the Accessibility of Judicial acts through Monitoring, Advocating and Litigation

The overall purpose of the project is to promote the accessibility of judicial acts.
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