Ramaz Nikolayshvili

Versions of names: Ramaz Nikolaishvili
Georgia

Ramaz Nikolayshvili is a Georgian politician who has held various significant positions in the government. He was elected as the PABSEC Vice-President for a term of 2 years in 2023. Beginning his career in domestic intelligence, Nikolayshvili worked for the Financial Police, specializing in investigating currency counterfeiting. His political roles include serving as Governor of Guria and Deputy Minister of Defense during the 2008 Russo-Georgian War. He gained prominence as the Minister of Infrastructure and Regional Development from 2010 to 2012, overseeing major infrastructure projects to address economic challenges. Affiliated with the United National Movement, Nikolayshvili has been a Member of Parliament since 2012, actively contributing to foreign policy discussions.

Corresponding elections

Presidential Election Azerbaijan 2024
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On February 7, 2024, Azerbaijan held an early presidential election, the first across its entire internationally recognized territory. President Ilham Aliyev, representing the New Azerbaijan Party (YAP), was reelected in an election that took place in a restrictive environment with limited political alternatives and stifled critical voices. Observers from OSCE/ODIHR criticized the lack of pluralism and genuine alternatives, as well as the restrictive political and legal environment. The campaign period was subdued, with limited public engagement. Although seven candidates were registered, none mounted a meaningful challenge to the president, and some echoed his policies. Legal and administrative barriers stifled opposition activities, while media coverage overwhelmingly favored the incumbent. Arrests of journalists and a restrictive media environment fostered widespread self-censorship. Despite a reported turnout of 76.7%, election observers noted irregularities, including ballot-box stuffing, violations of voting secrecy, and other procedural shortcomings. While election day was peaceful, systemic restrictions on freedoms of assembly, expression, and association undermined the credibility of the election process.

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