Iran Press/ Europe: Concern has been growing that the former Soviet nation, which aspires to join the EU and Nato, is taking an authoritarian turn and maintaining links with Moscow, the opposition says.
The legislation, which had been prepared by the ruling party Georgian Dream, is seen as reminiscent of Russian legislation used to silence critics.
Georgian Dream said in a statement the bill had been "represented in a bad light and in a misleading way", adding that it would launch public consultations to "better explain" the law's purpose after announcing its withdrawal.
Experts say only a tiny portion of Georgia’s population is pro-Russian.
Plans to join Nato and the EU are enshrined in Georgia's constitution and are supported by at least 80 percent of the population, according to opinion polls.
Georgian opposition parties vowed on Thursday to continue protesting despite the ruling party's promise to revoke the legislation.
A European Union delegation in Georgia immediately cheered the halt, saying they "encourage all political leaders in Georgia to resume pro-EU reforms".
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