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How the European Flag Was Created

By Téa Parulava
May 2025

This blog explores the origins and symbolism of the European flag, tracing its creation within the Council of Europe and its deep cultural and religious influences. It highlights how the flag represents unity, democracy, and shared European values and reflects on its significance for Georgia as a symbol of the country’s commitment to European ideals.

Europe at a Crossroads: Key Takeaways from the Latest European Council Meeting

By George Robakidze
March 2025

Outcomes of the most recent European Council meeting, held in March 2025, amid extraordinary geopolitical and economic pressures. George Robakidze examines Europe’s dilemmas over financing a major rearmament plan, and the underwhelming levels of military support for Ukraine. He also highlights how internal divisions within the EU risk weakening its strategic posture and delaying decisive action. Reflecting on Georgia’s place in the broader European landscape, it is evident that EU hesitations and countries intsbile political landscape could leave Georgia stranded in a geopolitical grey zone.

The Challenges that were so evident a decade ago

By Téa Parulava
February 2025

Over a decade ago, the challenges to Georgia’s European integration were already evident. In this blog, Tea Parulava reflects on her 2014 remarks at the 11th Batumi International Conference – Georgia’s European Way, where she warned about misinformation, the lack of public debate, and low civic engagement—issues that remain pressing today. Despite growing societal commitment, disinformation has intensified, and restrictive laws threaten independent voices. Now, more than ever, informed citizens, open discussions, and the fight against manipulation are essential to securing Georgia’s European future.​

Déjà Vu: The Lessons of History and Russia’s Ongoing Aggression

Dejavu

By Téa Parulava
January 2025

In this blog, Téa Parulava draws unsettling parallels between historical events and current geopolitical developments. She compares Hitler's annexation of Austria in 1938 to Russia's ongoing aggression towards its neighbors, particularly Ukraine. Both leaders used similar rhetoric to justify their actions, claiming to unite "oppressed" populations under a single nation. Through this reflection, the article cautions against the dangers of appeasement and emphasises the importance of standing firm against authoritarian aggression. Originally published on EuroAmbebi in 2022, updated for EU Awareness.​

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