Rose Revolution

Rose Revolution refers to a peaceful 2003 revolution in the country of Georgia that displaced president Eduard Shevardnadze.

Legacy

A new era is said to have begun in Georgia after the Rose Revolution. While the West considers the Rose Revolution a move towards democracy, Russian and pro-Russian politicians claim the revolution to be a ?made-in-America coup? emphasizing the role of the Open Society Institute of George Soros in financing of Georgian opposition.

Related Topics:
Open Society Institute - George Soros

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Several reforms were launched by a new government and strong anti-corruption measures were established. Georgia?s foreign policy was proclaimed strongly pro-Western. However, some concerns have been made by Georgian opposition and a few NGOs regarding Saakashvili?s authoritarian tendencies.

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The Orange Revolution that followed the disputed November 2004 Ukrainian presidential election is said to have been partly inspired by the Georgian Rose Revolution. Georgian flags were seen being waved by supporters of Viktor Yushchenko, who held up a rose while greeting the crowds.

Related Topics:
Orange Revolution - November 2004 Ukrainian presidential election - Viktor Yushchenko

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