TBILISI: The Georgian Dream party remains the sole political force capable of ensuring peace in Georgia, according to the Mayor of Tbilisi and Secretary General of the Georgian Dream, Kakha Kaladze. His remarks came during the third parliamentary election in Saburtalo, Tbilisi, as the nation votes amid pressing calls for stability and economic progress.

According to Trend News Agency, Kaladze emphasized the importance of peace for the country’s economic development, advancement, and revitalization. He stated that the current political landscape underscores the need for peace, which he believes can only be sustained by the Georgian Dream – Democratic Georgia party.

Polling stations across Georgia opened at 08:00 local time and will close at 20:00. The election involves 3,508,294 eligible voters, including 95,910 residing abroad. Voters will cast their ballots at 3,111 stations, with a record 67 set up overseas, allowing Georgians in 53 cities across 42 countries to participate.

The election process is subje
ct to scrutiny from 102 local and 64 international organizations. This year marks a shift to a proportional system based solely on party lists, requiring parties to secure at least five percent of the vote to gain seats in parliament. Eighteen parties are competing, with five forming coalitions.

For the first time, electronic voting will be implemented, enabling over 90 percent of ballots to be counted and results published within an hour of the polls closing.