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Georgia protests: Will the new law harm the economy?

Georgia protests: Will the new law harm the economy?

FromWorld Business Report


Georgia protests: Will the new law harm the economy?

FromWorld Business Report

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Length:
26 minutes
Released:
May 13, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Hundreds of Georgians joined protest against a foreign influence bill, described by critics as the "Russia law". People are concerned that the new law could be used by the government to clamp down on opponents, and could harm Georgia's hopes of joining the European Union.Also, Will Bain finds out why Russia's new Defence Minister is an economist and he hears about the project helping people escape extreme poverty by equipping them to start small businesses in Uganda.
Released:
May 13, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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