Georgien Faces Political Turmoil as Government Aims to Impeach President
Georgien's Government Party Initiates Impeachment Proceedings
In the South Caucasus republic of Georgien, the government party has launched a new impeachment procedure against pro-European President Salome Surabischwili ahead of the parliamentary election. According to parliamentary chairman Shalva Papuashvili, the impeachment is justified by an unauthorized foreign trip made by Surabischwili.
Background of the Impeachment Process
The constitution stipulates that the government must approve the president's foreign travels, a requirement that Surabischwili failed to meet. Last year's impeachment effort on similar grounds did not succeed. The government party hopes to secure a sufficient majority in parliament during the upcoming elections on October 26 to finalize this impeachment.
- This political strife arises from Surabischwili's recent European trip, which included a stop in Germany.
- The government’s aim for her removal holds symbolic meaning, especially since her term ends this year.
- The national-conservative government, which is leaning closer to Russia, has faced significant protests regarding its recent legislation.
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