Georgia wine producers want Russia trade ban to end – Al Jazeera
04 April, 2013
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Georgian wine, water and fruit producers are hoping a trade embargo by Russia could soon be lifted. Moscow introduced the ban in 2006, citing quality concerns. But some believe it was politically motivated.
A Georgian delegation is attempting to convince Russia to rebuild trade links.
Al Jazeera's Emma Hayward reports from Tbilisi.


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