🇹🇷📱🇬🇪 Many hours of queues on the Turkish-Georgian border.
I already wrote recently that Turks go to Georgia en masse for gadgets and iPhones. Queues not only at the borders, but in all shopping centers. I saw several videos of a crowd breaking into an electronics store that had just opened its doors.
According to statistics, iPhone prices in Turkey range from 30,000 to 57,000 liras ($1,700 to $3,000). In Batumi, such models can cost from $1,300, besides, buyers issue a return of value added tax at customs, receiving back 2-4 thousand liras ($100-200). Plus, from 2023 in Turkey, the fee for registering an IMEI phone brought from abroad will increase from 3,000 to 6,000 lira ($ 300).
📷 Photo by აჭარა•News
I already wrote recently that Turks go to Georgia en masse for gadgets and iPhones. Queues not only at the borders, but in all shopping centers. I saw several videos of a crowd breaking into an electronics store that had just opened its doors.
According to statistics, iPhone prices in Turkey range from 30,000 to 57,000 liras ($1,700 to $3,000). In Batumi, such models can cost from $1,300, besides, buyers issue a return of value added tax at customs, receiving back 2-4 thousand liras ($100-200). Plus, from 2023 in Turkey, the fee for registering an IMEI phone brought from abroad will increase from 3,000 to 6,000 lira ($ 300).
📷 Photo by აჭარა•News
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🇬🇪 Georgian President Salome Zurabishvili spoke at the palace for foreign diplomats.
What was most important:
📍 The occupation of Georgia by Russia is a big challenge. It must be made clear that occupation is no longer acceptable on the European continent.
📍 There is another challenge related to mass migration from Russia. A challenge that is somewhat of an opportunity as it once again shows us what Georgian tolerance and hospitality means, but it doesn't have to be stupid.
📍 I welcome the signing of the strategic agreement on the development and flow of green energy. This is a historic step that will connect the Caucasus with the European Union.
📍 One of the main issues that contributes to polarization is the issue of the former president. For the country, for its reputation, it is important that all parties stop speculation, and on December 22 (the court on suspension or cancellation of punishment) we will wait for a decision that, I want to be sure, will allow the people of Georgia to get out of this situation.
📍 Europe becomes a force that everyone should respect; there is a demonstration of its unity. It is with this Europe that we want to integrate.
What was most important:
📍 The occupation of Georgia by Russia is a big challenge. It must be made clear that occupation is no longer acceptable on the European continent.
📍 There is another challenge related to mass migration from Russia. A challenge that is somewhat of an opportunity as it once again shows us what Georgian tolerance and hospitality means, but it doesn't have to be stupid.
📍 I welcome the signing of the strategic agreement on the development and flow of green energy. This is a historic step that will connect the Caucasus with the European Union.
📍 One of the main issues that contributes to polarization is the issue of the former president. For the country, for its reputation, it is important that all parties stop speculation, and on December 22 (the court on suspension or cancellation of punishment) we will wait for a decision that, I want to be sure, will allow the people of Georgia to get out of this situation.
📍 Europe becomes a force that everyone should respect; there is a demonstration of its unity. It is with this Europe that we want to integrate.
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🚛🇹🇷🇬🇪🇷🇺 Turkey and Russia intend to update the land transport agreement signed 34 years ago.
With the conclusion of the new document, the number of land transportations to the Russian Federation through the territory of Georgia and the Upper Lars checkpoint will increase significantly. The information was reported in the Turkish newspaper Yeni Şafak.
With the conclusion of the new document, the number of land transportations to the Russian Federation through the territory of Georgia and the Upper Lars checkpoint will increase significantly. The information was reported in the Turkish newspaper Yeni Şafak.
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📰 The Museum of Printing and Georgian Press has opened in the National Parliamentary Library.
The exhibition presents unique copies of newspapers, magazines, books, seals.
"The Georgian Press Museum is a space where the press of the 19th and 20th centuries was collected for the first time. It is exhibited in chronological order and gives the visitor an idea not only about a certain period of publication, but also about the era as a whole," the library said in a statement. In the museum, visitors will see the publications of Ivane Kereselidze, Georgy Eristavi, Ilya Chavchavadze, Niko Nikoladze, Sergei Meskhi and other public figures who published the magazines Tsiskari, Moambe Georgia, as well as the newspapers Iveria, Droeba, Tsnobis Purtseli and Kwali. The museum exhibits also include important publications from the period of the First Republic and the Soviet era.
Website: http://www.nplg.gov.ge/
Phone: +995 32 297 16 02
Address: 7 Lado Gudiashvili St, Tbilisi
The exhibition presents unique copies of newspapers, magazines, books, seals.
"The Georgian Press Museum is a space where the press of the 19th and 20th centuries was collected for the first time. It is exhibited in chronological order and gives the visitor an idea not only about a certain period of publication, but also about the era as a whole," the library said in a statement. In the museum, visitors will see the publications of Ivane Kereselidze, Georgy Eristavi, Ilya Chavchavadze, Niko Nikoladze, Sergei Meskhi and other public figures who published the magazines Tsiskari, Moambe Georgia, as well as the newspapers Iveria, Droeba, Tsnobis Purtseli and Kwali. The museum exhibits also include important publications from the period of the First Republic and the Soviet era.
Website: http://www.nplg.gov.ge/
Phone: +995 32 297 16 02
Address: 7 Lado Gudiashvili St, Tbilisi
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🇬🇪❤️🎄 The New Year Village and holiday locations will open in Tbilisi on December 23 and will be open until January 13.
Concerts for children and adults, festive processions of fairy-tale characters, theatrical performances will take place on Orbeliani Square, April 9 Park and Atoneli Street. The schedule will appear in the near future (and we will immediately publish it).
Concerts for children and adults, festive processions of fairy-tale characters, theatrical performances will take place on Orbeliani Square, April 9 Park and Atoneli Street. The schedule will appear in the near future (and we will immediately publish it).
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👮🏻♂️😁 The story of a resident of Kutaisi, who recently became the "hero" of Georgian social networks after the “capture” of hostages and a bus, ended happily.
The judge ruled to release the unfortunate hijacker.
"The case that the whole country was talking about has been resolved. He is free. Everything is fine with the bus, as well as with the passengers," lawyer Archil Nizharadze wrote.
According to the participants in the story the reaver forcibly tried to invite everyone to his house to continue the feast, after which he decided to steal a city bus.
ℹ️ The man did not receive claims from passengers, made a deal with the prosecutor's office and was released from the courtroom.
😂 Well, now he definitely has to arrange a feast for these passengers.
The judge ruled to release the unfortunate hijacker.
"The case that the whole country was talking about has been resolved. He is free. Everything is fine with the bus, as well as with the passengers," lawyer Archil Nizharadze wrote.
According to the participants in the story the reaver forcibly tried to invite everyone to his house to continue the feast, after which he decided to steal a city bus.
ℹ️ The man did not receive claims from passengers, made a deal with the prosecutor's office and was released from the courtroom.
😂 Well, now he definitely has to arrange a feast for these passengers.
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🇺🇦❤️🇬🇪 President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky publicly appealed to the Georgian authorities and the Georgian people with a request to show mercy and transfer Mikheil Saakashvili for treatment to Ukraine, one of the European countries or the United States.
According to the President of Ukraine, the Georgian authorities must make a decision that will allow ex-president Mikheil Saakashvili, who is in custody, to be sent abroad for treatment:
“I want to appeal to our friends and intelligent people in Georgia. Everyone saw the state of Mikheil Saakashvili, the state of his health. I appeal to the Georgian nation and government: show mercy, especially in this difficult time.What is happening with Saakashvili is evil. This does not help Georgia. This must stop. Please make a decision that can save his life. Please release Saakashvili to Ukraine, to any country in Europe or to America. Right now is the time to do something good. Glory Ukraine!"
According to the President of Ukraine, the Georgian authorities must make a decision that will allow ex-president Mikheil Saakashvili, who is in custody, to be sent abroad for treatment:
“I want to appeal to our friends and intelligent people in Georgia. Everyone saw the state of Mikheil Saakashvili, the state of his health. I appeal to the Georgian nation and government: show mercy, especially in this difficult time.What is happening with Saakashvili is evil. This does not help Georgia. This must stop. Please make a decision that can save his life. Please release Saakashvili to Ukraine, to any country in Europe or to America. Right now is the time to do something good. Glory Ukraine!"
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👮🏻♂️🚓 From 27.12. Georgia tightens penalties for drivers.
✔️ exceeding the speed limit by 40 km/h or more - a fine of 300 GEL, repeated violation - 400 GEL
✔️ glass tinting 1-10% more than the allowable norm - 100 GEL, more than 10% - 500 GEL, if repeated - 1000 GEL
✔️ drifting is prohibited: driving in a circle using a controlled skid is punishable by a fine of 300 GEL
✔️ for drunk driving, a fine of 3000 GEL + administrative arrest for 10-15 days, who refuse to be tested
✔️ a fine of +2000 GEL along with the deprivation of rights will wait for a drunk driver if his driving caused damage to a person, cargo, road, road infrastructure, building or property
✔️ exceeding the speed limit by 40 km/h or more - a fine of 300 GEL, repeated violation - 400 GEL
✔️ glass tinting 1-10% more than the allowable norm - 100 GEL, more than 10% - 500 GEL, if repeated - 1000 GEL
✔️ drifting is prohibited: driving in a circle using a controlled skid is punishable by a fine of 300 GEL
✔️ for drunk driving, a fine of 3000 GEL + administrative arrest for 10-15 days, who refuse to be tested
✔️ a fine of +2000 GEL along with the deprivation of rights will wait for a drunk driver if his driving caused damage to a person, cargo, road, road infrastructure, building or property
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📊 The National Statistical Service of Georgia (Sakstat) summed up the results of 11 months of the country's trade turnover.
Turkey remains the largest partner ($2.5 billion), followed by Russia ($2.2 billion) and China ($1.6 billion). Over the current year, imports from the Russian Federation increased by 73.1% year on year and amounted to 13.4% of total imports.
The group of imported goods was leaded by cars, imports of which amounted to $1.3 billion (11.6% of total imports), oil and oil products in the amount of $1.2 billion (10.3% of imports), copper ores and concentrates in the amount of $725 million (6.1% of imports).
📈 In January-November 2022, the foreign trade turnover with goods in Georgia amounted to $17 billion, which is 32.2% more than in the corresponding period of the previous year.
ℹ️ In exports, the picture is slightly different, but the leaders are the same - Russia and China.
According to the Sakstat, in January-November 2022, the three largest export partner countries of Georgia looked like this: China ($661 million), Russia ($598 million) and Azerbaijan ($595 million).
Turkey remains the largest partner ($2.5 billion), followed by Russia ($2.2 billion) and China ($1.6 billion). Over the current year, imports from the Russian Federation increased by 73.1% year on year and amounted to 13.4% of total imports.
The group of imported goods was leaded by cars, imports of which amounted to $1.3 billion (11.6% of total imports), oil and oil products in the amount of $1.2 billion (10.3% of imports), copper ores and concentrates in the amount of $725 million (6.1% of imports).
📈 In January-November 2022, the foreign trade turnover with goods in Georgia amounted to $17 billion, which is 32.2% more than in the corresponding period of the previous year.
ℹ️ In exports, the picture is slightly different, but the leaders are the same - Russia and China.
According to the Sakstat, in January-November 2022, the three largest export partner countries of Georgia looked like this: China ($661 million), Russia ($598 million) and Azerbaijan ($595 million).
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🇬🇪 The photo exhibition "Bodyfont" was held in the Fine Arts Gallery of Kutaisi.
It showed the Georgian alphabet written in body language. The local gymnastic school took part in the project.
ℹ️ All letters of the Georgian alphabet in these photos: HERE
It showed the Georgian alphabet written in body language. The local gymnastic school took part in the project.
ℹ️ All letters of the Georgian alphabet in these photos: HERE
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📊 Telecommunications company Imedi (associated with the government) published the results of polls held by GORBI.
The results of questioning 2024 respondents by face-to-face interviews showed:
✔️ if the elections were held today, 52% of voters would vote for Georgian Dream, 23% for the opposition National Movement, and less than 3% for other parties
✔️ the highest authority is with the army - 89%, police - 69% and local governments - 60%
✔️ trust in the government - 55%, parliament - 53%, election commission and prosecutor's office - 52%, court - 50%
✔️ support the decision of the Government not to join the economic sanctions against Russia - 65%, do not support - 25%, no answer - 10%
✔️ support the policy of the ruling party not to drag the country into the war between Russia and Ukraine - 81%, - do not support 16%, no answer - 3%
The results of questioning 2024 respondents by face-to-face interviews showed:
✔️ if the elections were held today, 52% of voters would vote for Georgian Dream, 23% for the opposition National Movement, and less than 3% for other parties
✔️ the highest authority is with the army - 89%, police - 69% and local governments - 60%
✔️ trust in the government - 55%, parliament - 53%, election commission and prosecutor's office - 52%, court - 50%
✔️ support the decision of the Government not to join the economic sanctions against Russia - 65%, do not support - 25%, no answer - 10%
✔️ support the policy of the ruling party not to drag the country into the war between Russia and Ukraine - 81%, - do not support 16%, no answer - 3%
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💧🚫 From 19:00 21.12 to 09:00 22.12. water supply will be cut off in many districts of Tbilisi.
The water distribution company GWP informs that due to repair work, the shutdown will affect such large areas of the city as: Mtatsminda, Krtsanisi, Saburtalo, Vake, Chugureti and Didube. Until the water supply is fully restored, the company promises to bring water in tanks.
❗️The full list of streets that will be affected by the shutdown is here.
ℹ️ Detailed information can be found on the hotline 2931111, on the Facebook page https://web.facebook.com/georgianwaterandpower/ or website https://www.gwp.ge
The water distribution company GWP informs that due to repair work, the shutdown will affect such large areas of the city as: Mtatsminda, Krtsanisi, Saburtalo, Vake, Chugureti and Didube. Until the water supply is fully restored, the company promises to bring water in tanks.
❗️The full list of streets that will be affected by the shutdown is here.
ℹ️ Detailed information can be found on the hotline 2931111, on the Facebook page https://web.facebook.com/georgianwaterandpower/ or website https://www.gwp.ge
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👮🏻♂️ The operation of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia: dozens of drug dealers were detained.
Searches and arrests took place simultaneously in eight cities of the country: Tbilisi, Batumi, Zugdidi, Kutaisi, Ozurgeti, Gori, Marneuli and Rustavi. In the Georgian capital, traditionally, most of the police were in the Ponichala district. As a result of the operation, 64 people were detained. Of these, 46 were charged with drug offenses. Among them are 20 citizens of foreign countries: Turkey, Serbia, Azerbaijan, Iran, Russia, Ukraine, Egypt, Latvia, Nigeria and Armenia.
❗️Large amounts of drugs ready for sale were seized: heroin, cocaine, alfa-pvp, ecstasy and other narcotic substances. The defendants face up to 20 years in prison or life imprisonment.
ℹ️ Let me remind you that the use of cannabis is allowed in Georgia. That is, a person in Georgia will not be imprisoned or fined for smoking marijuana, but there are many important clarifications.
Searches and arrests took place simultaneously in eight cities of the country: Tbilisi, Batumi, Zugdidi, Kutaisi, Ozurgeti, Gori, Marneuli and Rustavi. In the Georgian capital, traditionally, most of the police were in the Ponichala district. As a result of the operation, 64 people were detained. Of these, 46 were charged with drug offenses. Among them are 20 citizens of foreign countries: Turkey, Serbia, Azerbaijan, Iran, Russia, Ukraine, Egypt, Latvia, Nigeria and Armenia.
❗️Large amounts of drugs ready for sale were seized: heroin, cocaine, alfa-pvp, ecstasy and other narcotic substances. The defendants face up to 20 years in prison or life imprisonment.
ℹ️ Let me remind you that the use of cannabis is allowed in Georgia. That is, a person in Georgia will not be imprisoned or fined for smoking marijuana, but there are many important clarifications.
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