Avtandil Margiani

Avtandil Margiani (ავთანდილ მარგიანი; born c. 1945) is a politician from Georgia. He served as a member of the Parliament of Georgia and held the position of Deputy Prime Minister of the country. Known for his pro-Russian stance. He is currently the leader of the political movement Democratic Movement – United Georgia.

Career
Margiani has held various political positions in Georgia. He served as a member of the Georgian Parliament from 1990 to 1995. Additionally, he served as the country's Deputy Prime Minister from 1992 to 1995.

Margiani is also the leader of the political movement Democratic Movement – United Georgia.

Political views
Margiani is known for his pro-Russian stance. Praising Russian President Vladimir Putin, he has said that if elected, his priority would be to establish friendship with Russia.