Providing a structured, participatory, inclusive, evidence informed
and empowering approaches to economic policymaking
A not-for profit, non-lobbing and non-partisan organisation established in Georgia with support of the EU Commission as an independent platform for legislative dialogue. Our mission is to contribute to more effective and predictable economic legislation and the regulatory environment for the development of private sector in Georgia, accountable and responsible economic governance and inclusive economic growth. As part of the UK-based association – Enterprise and Parliamentary Dialogue International (EPDI), we support the institutional strengthening of the legislature and establish a transparent bridge of understanding between the Parliament and business, by applying the methodology enriched with forty years of international experience; As we believe that strong parliament and deliberative democracy are the key preconditions for sustainable economic development.
An independent and rules-based platform for constructive policy dialogue among business community, civil society and the Parliament of Georgia on a wide variety of economic issues.
A balanced information platform for the Parliament, its committees, members and staff, expanding the space for policy discovery and promoting evidence-based decision making.
An educational resource for policymakers and their stakeholders supporting them in learning about one another, facilitating the exchange of information and experiences to mutual benefit.
A capacity building resource for the Parliament of Georgia, private sector and civil society organizations, for improving the quality of stakeholder engagement in the legislative processes.
None of the governments or parliaments wants to adopt laws that would affect the country’s economy in a negative way. The Parliament has to discuss laws concerning technical, complex economic issues more frequently. Meanwhile, economic interactions triggered by globalization and ever-changing needs of the society should take into consideration.
Economic development requires new regulations applicable to manufacturers, consumers, employers, environment or international standards.
