Commercial Real Estate: Colliers’ 2025 overview says Tbilisi’s office market stays on track, with 52 modern business centres (~300,000 sq.m.), Class A/B making up about 70% of supply, and as much as 150,000 sq.m. more under construction—mostly in Saburtalo. Urban Infrastructure & Heritage: The Tbilisi Development Fund will rehabilitate Sioni Cathedral and the historical building on Agmashenebeli Avenue, with a signed contract and works due to finish by end-October. Tourism & Rail Finance: Galt&Taggart estimates Georgia’s March-April tourism losses from the Middle East at about $150m, while a restored Baku–Tbilisi rail channel could add roughly $200m in the second half of the year. Public Safety & Justice: Georgia’s Prosecutor’s Office opened an investigation into alleged police brutality in Gori, charging abuse of official powers with violence. Energy Prices (US data): GasBuddy reports show diesel and premium fuel price points varying across US counties, with Georgia’s statewide diesel averaging $5.08 per gallon (week ending May 16). Trade & Connectivity: A report highlights the Kars–Akhalkalaki railway debate, with Robert Kocharyan questioning the route’s value for Armenia versus a more direct Turkey link. Sanctions & Crypto: The UK imposed new sanctions on Russian crypto evasion networks and also targeted three Georgian companies tied to Russia-focused exchange activity. Regional Security: Russia has ratified a treaty on closer cooperation with South Ossetia, underscoring ongoing geopolitical pressure in the region.