Batumi, September 17, 2025
Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze has accused several foreign-funded NGOs of attempting to launch “revolutionary processes” in the country, saying the matter is now under investigation by law enforcement agencies.
Speaking to journalists in Adjara, Kobakhidze commented on reports that Eka Gigauri, executive director of Transparency International Georgia, had been questioned in connection with alleged provocations.
“I don’t know the details of her interrogation – it’s not my job,” he said.
“But you all know very well that NGOs directly participated in anti-state rallies and tried to initiate revolutionary processes with funds from abroad. The rest will be handled by law enforcement.”
The prime minister also recalled the protests in June 2022, when the European Union declined to grant Georgia candidate status.
“At that time, Gigauri and representatives of Transparency International were on stage demanding the government’s resignation and a new cabinet with their participation. That was not NGO work – that was an anti-state event,” Kobakhidze said.
The comments reflect growing tensions between the Georgian government and parts of civil society, amid accusations from officials that Western-funded NGOs are seeking to destabilize the country’s political order.
