PM Says Patarkatsishvili Can Remain a Candidate

Badri Patarkatsishvili, despite an on-going legal investigation into allegations that he has been involved in plotting to overthrow the government, will still be entitled to run for the presidency, Prime Minister Lado Gurgenidze said on December 27. 

Legal proceedings being taken against the business tycoon will have no bearing on his ?legal status as a presidential candidate,? the prime minister told reporters. ?So, he can remain a presidential candidate and continue his political activities in accordance with the law.? 

The prime minister also said that the suspension of Imedi TV broadcasts was an internal matter for the company. ?I do not know when or how they will resume broadcasts,” he said. “I hope Imedi will be back soon.? 

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