The candidate for Minister of Foreign Affairs, Maka Bochorishvili, addressed the priorities of the ministry to Georgian Dream MPs in the illegitimate parliament. She stated that Georgia, in line with Article 78 of the Constitution, remains committed to the "irreversible path of Euro-Atlantic integration."
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“A special priority will be strengthening relations with NATO and the European Union. Today, Georgia is an EU candidate country - a significant achievement based on the progress our country has made on the path of European integration over the past decade, our relentless efforts to gain the support of our partners, and, most importantly, the unwavering will of the Georgian people.
One of the key priorities for our government is preparing Georgia for EU membership. If the EU expands by 2030, Georgia will be the most prepared for membership among the candidate countries,” Bochorishvili stated.
She emphasized that successfully implementing and completing the EU accession process requires dialogue with partners:
“Dialogue cannot be conducted through ultimatums. It is essential to seek constructive approaches with partners on all critical issues. I hope that after the approval of the new composition of the European Commission, we will have the opportunity to work intensively with its relevant services to take joint steps with other candidate countries toward EU membership over the next four years.
Given Georgia’s status as an EU candidate country, strengthening bilateral relations with European nations will hold particular importance,” Bochorishvili concluded.
In response to a question from MPs, the ministerial candidate expressed confidence that visa liberalization with the EU would not be suspended.
“It is very unfortunate that this achievement, secured by our government and benefiting all our citizens, is becoming a subject of political speculation. Far too often, there are attempts to pressure the EU into using this as a political tool in its relations with Georgia. It is particularly regrettable to witness members of the opposition engaging in actions that could punish Georgian citizens to achieve their own political goals. I have strong hope and confidence that the EU recognizes this and will not allow such a scenario to unfold. Despite the fact that such speculations have been, are being, and will continue to be voiced by various politicians, this achievement is grounded in substantial results and reforms,” Bochorishvili stated.
She emphasized that for the Georgian government, “a strategic partnership with the United States is a priority and holds exceptional importance.”
“Our task is to achieve a reset of relations with the United States, fostering ties based on the principles of equality and justice, while respecting the interests of both parties. This will enable the complete renewal and advancement of cooperation in all areas,” Bochorishvili noted.
She also highlighted that the strategic partnership with the People's Republic of China is of particular importance to the Georgian government. Accordingly, cooperation will continue in trade, economic, and various other areas to deepen relations and fully realize existing potential.
The Foreign Relations, European Integration, and Diaspora Committees supported Maka Bochorishvili’s candidacy for the position of Minister of Foreign Affairs.
The Georgian Dream party plans to express confidence in the renewed composition of the government later this week.
