**Georgia Imposes Strict Laws, Says Ex-President**
Salome Zurabishvili, the former President of Georgia, has spoken out against the country’s government. She said that they are following a playbook similar to Russia and Belarus.
In an online address, Zurabishvili talked about laws passed in the Georgian Parliament. She said that these laws give the government more control over NGOs, media, and even state employees. The laws were approved quickly, without much debate.
The new laws include:
* A law that restricts NGOs and gives the government more power to control them.
* A law that reintroduces a “treason” article into the criminal code. This article was used during Soviet times.
* A law that limits the freedom of the media, including restrictions on content and finances.
Zurabishvili also said that there are no independent institutions left in Georgia. The government controls all key areas, including the judiciary, central bank, and regulatory commissions.
**What’s Happening in Georgia?**
According to Zurabishvili, the government is acting without considering different viewpoints. She said that this is a sign of complete state control.