The European Parliament has adopted a resolution on the situation in Georgia, expressing its deep concern over the ongoing political crisis in the country. The resolution was adopted with a significant majority, with 578 votes in favour, 42 against, and 21 abstentions.
The resolution condemns the use of force against peaceful protesters and opposition politicians who are demonstrating against the draft law on “Transparency of Foreign Influence”. It calls on the Georgian Government to urgently de-escalate the situation and stop using force against peaceful protesters. The resolution reiterates that the right to peaceful assembly is a fundamental right, which needs to be rigorously respected.
The resolution also expresses concern about the re-introduction of the controversial draft law, which is seen as an attack on independent media and civil society organisations. If adopted, this law will jeopardise Georgia’s progress on the EU path. The resolution calls on the Georgian leadership to withdraw the draft law and concentrate their efforts on reforms necessary for the accession to the EU and NATO.
The resolution states that the Georgian people are defending freedom, democracy, and a European future. They do not want to be part of the Russian orbit. It urges Georgian leaders to meet the expectations of their citizens and not block their legitimate European aspirations.
The resolution expresses full solidarity with the Georgian people who are showing their indefatigable attachment to democracy, European values, and to Georgia’s path towards the European Union. The adoption of the resolution with a large majority shows the strong support of the European Parliament for the Georgian people.
