Demonstrations Continue in Georgia’s Capital of Tbilisi Over Proposed ‘Foreign Agents’ Law

Bill’s supporters note similar legislation in other countries, including Washington’s own Foreign Agents Registration Act.

Georgian pro-democracy groups activists react as they protest against a repressive "foreign influence" bill outside the parliament in Tbilisi, Georgia, on April 15, 2024. Vano Shlamov/AFP

Protests have continued in the Georgian capital, Tbilisi, against proposed legislation aimed at combating perceived foreign influence in the South Caucasus nation.

If enacted, the law would require organizations that accept funding from abroad to register as “foreign agents” or face financial penalties.