800,000 Georgians flee amid economic challenges under current Gov’t – opposition leader

After the ruling Georgian Dream party assumed power in 2012, an exodus of 800,000 Georgians occurred, lamented Giorgi Vashadze, the leader of the Strategy Agmashenebeli opposition party on Tuesday. 

Vashadze pointed out that Georgians were compelled to seek opportunities abroad due to the lack of prospects to thrive within their homeland.

“When wages stagnate and prices soar perpetually, our people are left with no choice but to seek livelihoods elsewhere. Since the ruling party came to power, 800,000 Georgians have departed, primarily due to burdensome taxes that make staying unaffordable,” Vashadze remarked.

He appealed to other nations where Georgian expatriates reside, urging continued support for them. Vashadze emphasized that many long to return home but find it untenable due to prevailing conditions in Georgia. He implored for assistance, expressing optimism that with a change in government and economic revitalization, citizens would return.

Highlighting Georgia’s potential, Vashadze envisioned the nation as an important player in global development, poised to attract investors and serve as a link between the East and the West.