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MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION (2024/2822(RSP))

On the democratic backsliding and threats to political pluralism in Georgia

B-10-2024-0084

on behalf of the S&D Group · Rapporteur: Yannis Maniatis, Nacho Sánchez Amor, Sven Mikser

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The resolution condemns Georgia's adoption of laws on 'transparency of foreign influence' and 'family values and protection of minors', which it says contradict EU values and democratic principles. It calls on the Georgian Parliament to withdraw these laws and refrain from further undemocratic proposals, and urges the government to reverse its course and uphold democratic reforms. It also condemns attacks on civil society and the murder of a transgender activist, and reiterates support for Georgia's European aspirations.

Key points

  1. Condemns the adoption of laws on 'transparency of foreign influence' and 'family values and protection of minors', which have sparked protests and are used to restrict civil society and discriminate.
  2. Expresses concern about hatred and antagonism from government statements and attacks on political pluralism, including threats to ban opposition parties.
  3. Underlines that these laws are incompatible with EU values and endanger Georgia's EU membership and Euro-Atlantic integration.
  4. Calls on the Georgian Parliament to withdraw these laws and avoid further proposals contradicting democracy, rule of law, and human rights.
  5. Highlights that the laws betray the aspirations of most Georgians for democracy and EU membership.
  6. Calls on Georgian authorities to ensure an enabling environment for civil society and independent media, stressing that transparency of NGO funding cannot justify restrictions.
  7. Condemns the murder of a transgender human rights activist and recent attacks on critical voices in civil society.
  8. Recalls that candidate status was granted on condition of steps including civil society freedom and anti-disinformation; urges the government to reverse its course.
  9. Reiterates calls on EU officials to remind the Georgian Government of its commitments and values.
  10. Urges the Georgian Government to uphold democracy, rule of law, and human rights, and engage with civil society and opposition.
  11. Reiterates support for Georgia's European aspirations and hopes for a return to democratic reform.

Who is affected

  • Georgian Parliament and Government: must withdraw the laws and change course to align with EU values.
  • Civil society and independent media in Georgia: should be able to operate freely without restrictions.
  • Transgender and vulnerable persons in Georgia: affected by discrimination and violence.