MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION (2024/2822(RSP))
On the democratic backsliding and threats to political pluralism in Georgia
B-10-2024-0086
on behalf of The Left Group · Rapporteur: Danilo Della Valle
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This resolution addresses democratic backsliding and threats to political pluralism in Georgia ahead of its October 2024 elections. It calls for free and fair elections, rejects recent laws on foreign influence and family values, and urges dialogue with the EU.¶¶¶
Key points
- Stresses that Georgia's future must reflect the will of its people and that free and fair elections must be held without foreign intervention.¶
- Regrets the European Council's decision to suspend financial assistance to Georgia and underlines the need to maintain the visa liberalisation agreement.¶
- Rejects the 'family values and the protection of minors' law as an attack on the LGBTQ+ community and a threat to civil liberties, including media freedom.¶
- Notes that the 'transparency of foreign influence' law risks labelling NGOs and other organisations receiving foreign funds as 'foreign agents'.¶
- Emphasises that freedom of expression, assembly and peaceful protest must be respected, and expresses concern over disproportionate use of force against demonstrators.¶
- Expresses readiness to participate in an impartial and independent international election observation mission.¶
- Takes note of the abolition of mandatory gender quotas and calls on the Government of Georgia to undertake initiatives for balanced gender representation.¶
- Encourages both Georgia and Russia to undertake solid initiatives to resolve outstanding issues peacefully, taking note of recent statements.¶
Who is affected
- The Government and Parliament of Georgia, who are called on to ensure free elections and respect fundamental freedoms.¶¶¶
- NGOs and civil society organisations in Georgia, who may be labelled as 'foreign agents' under the new law.¶
- The LGBTQ+ community in Georgia, whose rights are threatened by the 'family values' law.¶
- The EU institutions, which are urged to maintain visa liberalisation and engage in dialogue with Georgia.¶