The inauguration of re-elected President Mikheil Saakashvili was held in Tbilisi on January 20. In his solemn speech Mr Saakashvili called on the opposition for dialogue and pledged to normalize relations with Russia.

Meanwhile, the opposition held a rally to protest the outcomes of elections. Former presidential hopeful Levan Gachechiladze said the protest actions will be continued, RFE/RL reports.