Georgian Leaders Advocate Stricter Oversight of Russian Investors

Georgian authorities have signaled a shift toward greater scrutiny of foreign investment sources, with President Salome Zurabishvili advocating stronger state oversight over investors from Russia and other nations alike. In a recent interview broadcast by Rustavi 2, she emphasized that expanding regulatory reach is essential to safeguard Georgia’s sovereignty and economic security. The president’s remarks suggest a broader trend of tightening controls on foreign capital, a topic that has gained renewed attention amid regional geopolitical tensions and ongoing debates about national interests.