MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION (2024/2822(RSP))
On the democratic backsliding and threats to political pluralism in Georgia
B-10-2024-0074
on behalf of the ESN Group · Rapporteur: Hans Neuhoff, Tomasz Froelich, Stanislav Stoyanov
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This resolution addresses Georgia's sovereignty and rejects claims of democratic backsliding, calling for EU non-interference in Georgia's internal affairs.¶¶¶ It supports Georgia's foreign agent law, demands respect for its cultural values, and urges dialogue based on mutual respect.¶¶¶
Key points
- Reaffirms respect for Georgia's sovereignty and calls for the EU to refrain from involvement in its internal matters.¶
- Rejects the High Representative's statement on democratic backsliding as lacking credible evidence and serving as a pretext for intervention.¶
- Emphasizes respect for Georgia's law on transparency of foreign influence, noting it complies with democratic norms and is similar to laws elsewhere.¶
- Calls for the EU to respect sovereign nations' rights to determine foreign policy, governance, and societal values without coercion.¶
- Deplores undue pressure on Georgia and urges the EU to respect political diversity there.¶
- Expresses concern over interference in cultural matters, especially regarding the Orthodox Church and family values, and demands respect for societal norms.¶
- Demands cessation of unwarranted accusations of democratic backsliding unless substantiated by concrete evidence.¶
- Calls for constructive dialogue between the EU and Georgia based on mutual respect for sovereignty and non-interference.¶