The opposition parties Ahali, Droa, and Girchi - More Freedom have formed a political alliance ahead of the parliamentary elections and are commencing a unified pre-election campaign. During today's briefing, the leader of Ahali, Nika Gvaramia, mentioned that, at this stage, an agreement could not be reached with Lelos; however, negotiations will continue.
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"We are mindful of our responsibility towards the history of our country, our homeland, and the pivotal moment facing Georgia today - the decisive juncture that shapes its future. Based on this, we have decided to participate in the elections together. [...] Today, we awakened with the goal of sending Bidzina Ivanishvili's government home, eradicating Russian influence from Georgia, and securing Georgia's membership in the European Union, ensuring Georgians can live in a safe and prosperous environment," stated Gvaramia.
Zurab Japaridze, leader of Girchi - More Freedom, emphasized Georgia's unique opportunity to achieve full European Union membership within five years, attributing the obstacle to the current "Russian regime."
"The change of this regime on October 26 is a matter of principle, a historic imperative. To achieve this, three things are essential:
- First, maximum mobilization of Georgian citizens both within and outside the country at the ballot boxes;
- Second, safeguarding votes once cast;
- Third, an opposition configuration that prevents critical voices from falling into the Russian regime's grasp.
I believe consolidating forces on the opposition front aligns with all three objectives," Japaridze affirmed.
Elene Khoshtaria, leader of Droa, underscored the importance of presenting the public with a unified choice for the October 26 elections.
"Several principles are paramount to me. First and foremost is the charter we have signed, which outlines our clear mandate: to lead Georgia towards Europe, to revive the European agenda, and to foster a fair, democratic political environment," stated Elene Khoshtaria.
The three-party alliance has not yet settled on a name. According to the leaders, their electoral number will be 4.
Ahead of the parliamentary elections, the United National Movement and Strategy Agmashenebeli separately united to form the political platform Unity, joined by political scientist Gia Japaridze, historian Lasha Bakradze, and independent parliamentarians Armaz Akhvlediani and Tamar Kordzaia.
