MEP Andrius Kubilius: I hope all sides in Georgia understand that increased tension puts the country’s future and progress of European reforms at stake

I hope all sides in Georgia understand that increased tension puts the country’s future and progress of European reforms at stake - said Co-President of the Euronest Parliamentary Assembly Andrius Kubilius in a comment with the Europetime.

„GD is loosing international trust and, unfortunately, the same is happening with Georgia.

The withdrawal of the ruling party from the hard-won April 19 agreement is sending a bad signal. I do not see how this step helps diminish polarisation and ensure political dialogue. International partners are willing to help Georgia on her European reforms path, and the EU has demonstrated that in the personal leadership of Charles Michel, the President of the European Council.

The April 19 agreement provided a good basis for that in preparation for the elections. Now there is a void. I hope all sides understand that increased tension puts the country’s future and progress of European reforms at stake and will find a way to overcome the disagreements“, - said Andrius Kubilius.

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