State Capture and Patronage in Post-Rose Revolution Georgia: A Quiet Obstacle to Reform
Since the 2003 Rose Revolution, Georgia has often been hailed as a model for post-Soviet reform. Under the leadership of…
Georgia Cracks Down on Call Center Empire Behind $35M Global Scam
Tbilisi, Georgia – Georgian authorities have taken decisive action against a sprawling international call center scam based in Tbilisi, freezing…
Phishing and ‘Romance’ Scams on the Rise: Armenia Faces New Wave of Cyber Fraud
In recent months, Armenia has witnessed a worrying surge in digital deception. From investment fraud to so-called “romance scams,” a…
Azerbaijan Strengthens Anti-Corruption Framework with Comprehensive Legal Reforms
Azerbaijan has recently enacted significant amendments to its anti-corruption legislation, signaling a more structured approach to combating corruption within the…
Corruption in Caucasus: March Highlights
The Caucasus region, encompassing Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia, has long grappled with the pervasive issue of corruption, which undermines governance,…
A Lawmaker Under Fire: The Corruption Case of Ovik Agazaryan
As Armenia pushes for political reform, the indictment of MP Ovik Agazaryan on bribery and fraud charges raises serious questions…
Disgrace at MIT: Ramin Isayev’s MBA Revoked Amidst Widespread Misconduct
The international investigation into the fraudulent actions of Ramin Isayev (also known as Ramin Ali Hakan), former CEO of SOCAR…
The Orkhan Babazade Fraud Case: Unveiling the Depths of Corporate Deception
In a recent high-profile case that has sent shockwaves through Azerbaijan’s business community, Orkhan Babazade, a representative of Instapower company…
Georgia’s Anti-Corruption Progress: A Regional Leader Facing New Challenges
In recent years, Georgia has made significant strides in combating corruption, positioning itself as a leader in the Eastern Europe…
Armenia, Kazakhstan & Uzbekistan Showing Progress in fighting Corruption
In recent years, Armenia, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan have demonstrated notable progress in combating corruption, as highlighted by Transparency International’s Corruption…