GCSD: The roots of violent extremism and radicalisation in Azerbaijan and Georgia

This report represents the analysis of qualitative research findings on the major challenges of Azerbaijan’s and Georgia’s policies on countering violent extremism and radicalisation. Desk research was conducted in the case of Azerbaijan to uncover the root causes of violent extremism, while the research conducted in Georgia covered the following regions: Kakheti, Kvemo Kartli and the Autonomous Republic of Adjara. The paper covers the involvement of Azerbaijani and Georgian citizens in international terrorist groups operating on the territory of foreign states, as well as reviews other manifestations of radicalisation and violent extremism, including right-wing and ultranationalist group activities.