Tbilisi. Russian Propaganda is still a prominent topic in Georgia as well as on the international scene. The eminence is all the more striking as Russian interference in US elections, which most probably had an influence on election results, was confirmed. European countries now fully understand the threats of Russian information operations and are trying to take appropriate measures against them.

''Of course, it is relatively difficult to measure the effects of Russian propaganda in Georgia. However, the fact that Russia has a mixed strategy of soft/hard power tactics, makes Georgian society vulnerable to disinformation efforts. We should never underestimate Russian propaganda, as the way it can affect the masses is unpredictable. As Georgia’s capacity to restrain Russia’s hard power is weak, we believe it is necessary to proactively counter Russia’s soft power activities. European countries are already starting, and Georgia should also concentrate its capabilities (security sector, political figures, ministries, the media, CSOs and academic circles), in order to be ready for potential propaganda narratives'', is noted in the statement.

Source: idfi.ge