Economy in focus: Georgia

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Economy in focus: Georgia

On paper, Georgia’s economy is doing relatively well. But a pivotal parliamentary election in October could significantly alter the country’s economic direction, especially if the vote results in a shift away from pro-EU policies. Despite a great deal of political turmoil over the past 12 months and a government that has seemingly set a course incompatible with the country’s hitherto unshakable ambition of one day joining the European Union, Geo…