Vice Speaker: Granting is simple—lack of transparency raises doubts about illicit funds and radicalization
Vice Speaker: Granting is simple—lack of transparency raises doubts about illicit funds and radicalization
17:20, 12.06.2025

“Issuing a grant is straightforward—there is a fundamental obligation to specify the amount and purpose of the funding. Failing to meet this requirement raises serious concerns: Is there an intention to facilitate the circulation of black money? Is it an evil purpose to once again fuel the recent surge in radical processes?” said Gia Volski, First Vice-Speaker of Parliament.

According to him, if such an intention does not exist, then financing any project should pose no issue.

“Any demands stem from the situation created by some funders and recipients. Previously, we anticipated receiving a clear response confirming that the grant had solely benevolent intentions or that the generously funded organisations would be warned. However, concerns arose that these organisations might escalate their activities towards extremism. Since neither warnings nor funding restrictions are being implemented, we must assume that extremism is intentionally fostered. Transparency is essential to dispel doubts, as it is a hallmark of any democratic society,” Volski stated.



By - Svetlana Alimova

Politics
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Gia Volski
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