

The Fifth Floor: What do Georgians want?
Nov 9, 2024
Nina Akhmeteli, a BBC World Service correspondent in Georgia, dives into the political tensions following recent elections in Tbilisi, where claims of electoral fraud have ignited protests. She discusses Georgia's youth aspirations for EU membership and their resistance to Russian influence. Raghvendra Rao, covering elections in Indian-administered Kashmir after a decade, sheds light on the local population's desires for statehood and their political engagement amid unrest. Both guests highlight the intersection of democracy, identity, and the longing for transparency in their regions.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
Tbilisi's Youth and the Quest for European Integration
03:37 • 11min
Georgia's European Aspirations: Progress and Setbacks
14:47 • 2min
Elections in Turmoil: Kashmir's Political Landscape
17:11 • 9min
Restoring Statehood and Addressing Unemployment in Jammu and Kashmir
25:45 • 3min