Civil Insight No. 4 Is Georgian Dream acting on Russia's behalf? Arguments that support the hypothesis

Civil Insight No.4 examines the hypothesis that Georgian Dream’s geopolitical shift may be serving Russia’s strategic interests. The report analyzes the party’s break with Western partners, adoption of Russian-style legislation, pressure on civil society and opposition groups, and efforts to weaken pro-European sentiment across Georgia’s political, cultural, and educational spheres.

While the publication notes that there is no direct evidence of Kremlin control, it explores whether Georgian Dream’s policies are driven by external pressure, Bidzina Ivanishvili’s political calculations, or a combination of Russian influence and domestic interests. It also considers how these different explanations could shape Georgia’s future political direction.