The supplies of gasoline from Georgia to Abkhazia reminded of the mutual dependence on the operation of the Inguri HPP.

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Commenting on fuel supplies from Georgia to Abkhazia, Facebook users reminded about the cooperation between the two countries in the operation of the Inguri HPP. Abkhaz analysts noted that there is no tension in the republic regarding this cooperation.

As reported by "Caucasian Knot", on August 19, social media users, discussing the cessation of gasoline supplies from Georgia to Abkhazia, pointed to the mutual dependence of Abkhazia and Georgia in energy due to the Inguri HPP. On August 21, "Rosneft" sent 960 tons of AI-92 gasoline to Abkhazia, with about a third of the batch intended for sale at gas stations (GS). On August 23, Abkhaz drivers complained about high prices for fuel, noting that AI-92 gasoline at some GS cost up to 98 rubles per liter.

Georgian commentators pointed out the long-term supply of electricity to Abkhazia

On the page of "Caucasian Knot" on Facebook*, two posts were published – one about fuel supplies from Georgia to Abkhazia, and the second about the mutual dependence of the countries due to the Inguri HPP. The publications collectively received 376 comments.

Some commentators reminded about the long-term supply of electricity to Abkhazia from the Georgian side. "Shut down the Inguri HPP, in winter they take 100% of the energy," wrote George Japaridze.

"It is necessary to stop supplying electricity to Abkhazia and to replace it with other sources," stated Oto Shvili.

"32 years, who gives light?" – asked Inga Khutsishvili.

Other commentators discussed gasoline supplies from Georgia and Russia, comparing them with the situation in energy. "If something happens to the Inguri HPP, then not only we, but they will also be left without electricity. Is that acceptable for them? Without fuel and without light? So they only threaten, and let Russia supply gasoline," wrote David Jibladze.

"How much gasoline has Georgia sent to Abkhazia?" – asked Kavkaz Kavkaz.

"There is a race between Georgia and Russia, who will send more gasoline to Abkhazia," stated Mamuka Aptsiauri.

Residents of Abkhazia spoke about the fuel situation

Users identifying themselves as residents of Abkhazia complained about high fuel prices. "What interests me: why is the people silent? If they say 150 rubles – are they also okay with that? I hear from many: as long as there is gasoline, no matter how much it costs. I wonder, with such a small pension and salary, can one fill up?" – asked Angela Barcitz.

"Prices should not rise. Hey, they have already risen, wake up", – wrote Yakov Ladaria.

"Rosneft" sells AI-92 for 73 rubles. And how much do these speculators add? What are they saving for?" – wondered Avraam Egyptian.

Other commentators reported the availability of fuel at some gas stations for 75–77 rubles. "Today at "Rosneft" I stood for 35 minutes, and even their computer froze. 93 "Pulsar" – 77 rubles", – noted Robert Seferian.

"At the gas stations of the company "Rosneft" there are all types of fuel, prices are fixed, there are no queues at night", – shared Ivan Astakhov.

"There is as much fuel as you want. At the "Alkhan" gas station, I filled up for 75 rubles. A full tank without restrictions", – noted Alic Kishmaria.

Abkhaz analysts noted the absence of tension in cooperation at the Inguri HPP

In Abkhaz society, there is no tension regarding cooperation with Georgia in the operation of the Inguri HPP, stated on August 24, NGO "Center for Humanitarian Programs" employee Said Gezeradava, political scientist Natella Akaba, and political scientist David Dasania.

According to Said Gezeradava, it is hard to recall any serious conflict situations related to Abkhazia's cooperation with Georgia in the operation of the Inguri HPP, except perhaps for the meeting of opposition representatives Levan Mika and Ilya Guniya with the director of the HPP Levan Mebonia in 2024, when during the energy crisis in Abkhazia he stated about the overconsumption in Abkhazia.

“This interaction has existed for decades, partly because it serves the interests of Abkhazia. And there is no alternative to it, so it is quite obvious that there is no sharp reaction to it in society,” Gezeradava stated.

Many residents of Abkhazia dream that Georgia, if not recognizing independence, at least establishes good-neighborly relations, noted Natella Akaba. “Therefore, such people perceive cooperation in the framework of the Inguri HPP positively, as an example of such relations. Only those who see Georgia as a threat to Abkhazia react negatively to this,” she emphasized, adding that she had not heard of any conflicts between Georgia and Abkhazia regarding the operation of the HPP.

Cooperation at the Inguri HPP has become a unique moment in the relations between the two states, stated David Dasania. “There have never been any conflicts on this issue. Working meetings of representatives of Abkhazia and Georgia took place both on the territory of Georgia and on the territory of Abkhazia, even in those years when it was not calm in the Gal district,” the political scientist noted.

According to him, there are no protests against such cooperation in Abkhazia due to its lack of alternatives. “This is the most important component of the economy - without it, there is no state, no life. Moreover, everyone understands that Georgia and Abkhazia will remain neighbors and will not go anywhere from each other, so we need to negotiate,” he emphasized, noting that energy is not the only area that interests Abkhazia.

Let us recall that on August 8, Abkhaz drivers reported that the restriction on the sale of gasoline to 20 liters per vehicle exacerbated the situation with queues, as motorists had to come to gas stations more often. On August 12, motorists complained about hours-long queues and gasoline shortages. On August 15, residents of Abkhazia doubted the effectiveness of the fuel supplies announced by the authorities against the backdrop of ongoing queues and high prices at private gas stations.

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