In a joint statement on Thursday, French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk expressed serious concerns over the political situation in Georgia. Their statement comes after thousands of Georgians took to the streets, protesting alleged fraud in last month’s parliamentary elections, where the ruling Georgian Dream party, viewed as increasingly pro-Russian, claimed victory.
EU Leaders Demand Reforms for Georgia’s EU Candidacy
The three leaders, representing the Weimar Triangle—a diplomatic coalition of France, Germany, and Poland—made it clear that Georgia must implement democratic reforms before they can support the country’s bid to join the European Union. In their statement, they emphasized that Georgia needs to change its current trajectory by enacting policies that align with European values and principles.
“Without a shift in Georgia’s approach, including the repeal of recent laws that conflict with EU standards, we cannot support the opening of EU accession negotiations with Georgia,” they stated.
Protests Reflect Rising Tensions in Georgia
Earlier this week, widespread protests erupted in Georgia’s capital, with demonstrators accusing the government of election fraud and expressing concerns over the ruling party’s perceived alignment with Russian interests. The protests signal a growing desire within the Georgian population for democratic reforms and closer ties with Europe.
EU Leaders Convene to Address Regional Challenges
This statement from Macron, Scholz, and Tusk coincides with a larger gathering of nearly 50 European leaders in Budapest, where discussions center on regional challenges, including support for Ukraine, migration, economic security, and EU competitiveness.
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