Protest action in Tbilisi. File photoTBILISI, Mar 27Thousands of people hold rallies in Tbilisi and Kutaisi demanding lower fuel prices, Mtavari Arkhi TV company reports. jumps recorded in February-March of the current. In particular, gasoline 92 increased by almost 12% over the month, its cost per liter reaches more than 1.7 dollars, and the cost of a liter of gasoline 95 has reached a historic low — almost 4 lari (1.25 dollars). The main factor in rising prices is the situation on the international market and the exchange rate. The rally participants believe that by reducing the excise tax, it is possible to reduce fuel prices. They want to meet with representatives of the leadership and present their plan to them. The rally in Tbilisi began with a procession along Rustaveli Avenue and stopped at the square in front of the parliament. A similar rally is taking place in the center of Kutaisi.
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