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MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION (2024/2933(RSP))

On Georgia’s worsening democratic crisis following the recent parliamentary elections and alleged electoral fraud

B-10-2024-0181

on behalf of The Left Group · Rapporteur: Danilo Della Valle

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This resolution addresses Georgia's democratic crisis after the October 2024 parliamentary elections, noting alleged fraud and concerning laws. It calls for dialogue, respect for results, and addressing recommendations. It rejects the 'family values' law as an attack on LGBTQ+ rights and media freedom, and notes risks from the 'foreign influence' law. It also regrets the abolition of gender quotas and calls for action.

Key points

  1. Takes note of the 26 October 2024 parliamentary election results and calls on all sides to respect them, work constructively, and address polarisation.
  2. Calls for the EU to engage in holistic dialogue with Georgia's new government.
  3. Regrets the European Council's decision to suspend financial assistance to Georgia, while underlining the need to maintain visa liberalisation.
  4. Rejects the 'family values and protection of minors' law as an attack on the LGBTQ+ community and a threat to civil liberties, including media censorship.
  5. Notes that the 'transparency of foreign influence' law risks labelling NGOs and media as 'foreign agents'.
  6. Emphasises that freedom of expression and assembly must be respected, and expresses concern over disproportionate force against demonstrators.
  7. Regrets the abolition of mandatory gender quotas and calls on the government to promote balanced gender representation.
  8. Encourages peaceful resolution of issues with Russia, noting statements from both sides.

Who is affected

  • The Government and Parliament of Georgia, which are called on to respect election results, address recommendations, and undertake initiatives on gender equality.
  • The EU institutions, which are called on to engage in dialogue and maintain visa liberalisation.
  • LGBTQ+ people in Georgia, affected by the 'family values' law that bans gender transition and restricts rights.
  • NGOs and media in Georgia, potentially labelled as 'foreign agents' under the 'foreign influence' law.

Figures and deadlines

  • 89 seats in the 150-seat parliament won by Georgian Dream after receiving 53.93% of the vote.
  • Four opposition parties passed the 5% threshold and received a combined 37.44% of the vote.
  • 529 observers from 42 countries monitored the elections.
  • Over 26,000 NGOs in Georgia, 1 for every 142 citizens.
  • The 'foreign influence' law requires registration for organisations receiving more than 20% of funding from overseas.