Political Instability in Georgia and Serbia Draws Comparison on Institutional Weakening

Georgian Dream, the ruling party in Georgia, has been noted for weakening institutions and tilting elections toward incumbents. The party also passed a foreign-influence law targeting foreign-funded organizations and media. These actions are being compared to the political climate in Serbia, where ruling parties have also spent years weakening institutions and intimidating critics.

The institutional weakening and political maneuvering in both Georgia and Serbia increase political risk. The situation suggests a potential for state capture and crackdowns on opponents, which affects regulatory stability and investment environments.