Columbia International Affairs Online: Policy Briefs

CIAO DATE: 01/2011

Georgia: Securing a Stable Future

December 2010

International Crisis Group

Abstract

Two and a half years after the war with Russia, Georgia's political life is increasingly turning towards preparations for the 2012-2013 elections and debates around divisions of power after a recent overhaul of the constitution. The substantial amendments, which come into force in 2013 at the same time as President Mikheil Saakashvili steps down due to a term limit, will give much greater power to the prime minister.