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Blinken announces review of relations between the United States and Georgia

2024-05-24 07:54:22Kosova&Bota SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
Blinken announces review of relations between the United States and Georgia
Antony Blinken

"Over the past few months, the ruling 'Georgian Dream' party has drafted and passed a law on 'foreign influence' that would undermine freedom of expression and cooperation, stigmatize organizations that serve the citizens of Georgia, and hinder independent media organizations working to ensure Georgians have access to independent news," said a statement from Secretary of State Antony Blinken.

The US top diplomat said through the statement that in response to the actions of the Georgian government, Washington is implementing a new visa restriction policy for Georgia. The measure includes officials, their families and associates, responsible for undermining democracy in Georgia.

Tens of thousands of people have protested in the streets of the Georgian capital, Tbilisi, against parliament's decision to approve the draft law on foreign agents, which critics call a Russian-style law. Protesters and members of the opposition have been violated by law enforcement.

Secretary Blinken's statement said the Georgian government engaged in a campaign of intimidation and violence to suppress peaceful protests, actions that undermine Georgian democracy.

"American support for democracy in Georgia is longstanding and fundamental to our bilateral relationship. Anyone who undermines democratic processes or institutions in Georgia, including before, during, and after the October 2024 Georgia elections, may be deemed ineligible for a U.S. visa and denied entry to the United States," the statement said. the statement of the Secretary of State, Antony Blinken.

The American chief diplomat announced a complete review of relations between the United States and Georgia, with the hope that the leaders in Tbilisi will reconsider the bill and take the right steps towards Euro-Atlantic aspirations./ VOA


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