Domestic policy

Analysis of political party programs: peace policy and protection of conflict-affected populations

The Center for Social Justice analyzes the election programs of the ruling party and five opposition parties/coalitions regarding conflict resolution.

• 18.11.2024

Opinion: “Next Abkhaz president will face the same dilemma — balancing sovereignty and ties with Russia”

In Abkhazia, presidential elections are coming up, and the new leader will face the issue of the Russian-Abkhaz investment agreement, the same one that led to Bzhania's downfall.

• 18.11.2024

Coalition government, reforms, then presidential elections — a solution for Abkhazia’s political deadlock?

Tengiz Djopua, a member of Abkhazia’s Public Chamber, has proposed a roadmap to resolve the republic’s ongoing political crisis.

• 18.11.2024

Protests in Abkhazia | Demonstrators secure the release of opposition members

All arrested Abkhaz opposition members — Aslan Gvaramia, Omar Smyr, Ramaz Djopua, Harry Kokaya, and Almaskhan Ardzinba — have been released.

• 14.11.2024

Abkhazia releases opposition figures following massive public protests

Abkhazia releases five opposition figures after widespread protests, fueling tensions over a contentious Russian investment deal.

• 14.11.2024

Georgian lessons for Abkhaz politicians | Izida Chania

Journalist Izida Chania analyzes the elections in Georgia and their consequences for Abkhazia

• 11.11.2024

Investment Agreement and Presidential Elections | Eshsou Kakalia and Inal Khashig

In Abkhazia, the investment agreement with Russia is under criticism for granting unfair tax benefits to Russian businesses.

• 05.11.2024

How to save Abkhazia’s economy without offering super benefits to Russian investors? An economist’s opinion

Abkhaz economist Akhra Aristava suggests an alternative approach to solving the republic’s economic problems.

• 31.10.2024

What are Abkhazian politicians expecting from the parliamentary elections in Georgia?

Politicians in Abkhazia hope that whoever comes to power as a result of these elections will take steps toward resolving the Georgian-Abkhazian conflict peacefully.

• 25.10.2024