Abkhazia Cuts Utility Tariffs to Boost Payments
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Abkhazia has made the prices lower for some things. These things are electricity, water, and gas for homes. The government wants people to pay for these things now.
Many people do not pay for these services now. About 90% of people use them without paying. Also, 8% of people have not paid for a long time.
Before, electricity cost one or one and a half rubles. Now, it will cost only 80 kopecks for everyone. Russia is giving money to Abkhazia because of power cuts in 2024.
The government will stop people from using services without paying. Police will help to stop this illegal usage. Some people hurt energy workers when they try to stop illegal use.
Some people do not want to pay, even with lower prices. They think they should not pay because tourists come to their country. They say they only charge tourists for rent and food.
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What has Abkhazia done to the prices of electricity, water, and gas?
Abkhazia has made the prices lower for electricity, water, and gas for homes.
How many people do not pay for these services in Abkhazia?
About 90% of people use these services without paying.
Why do some people in Abkhazia not want to pay for services?
Some people think they should not pay because tourists come to their country.
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