Richard Kols, European Parliamentarian, said that what we are witnessing in Georgia is nothing more than a deliberate effort to destroy democracy.
According to him the so-called Alien Transit Transparency Act and recent legislative changes are not only wrong, but dangerous.
“These laws sent out a restraining message not only to the Georgians, but also to international community. The laws, which are based on the Russian handbook, aim to suppress opposition and limit freedoms of expression.
I express my solidarity with the Georgians, who are largely in favor of integration into the European Union despite the actions of the present government which undermine this future”, said the MEP.
Kols spoke of the upcoming parliamentary elections on October 26 in Georgia. He said that it was vital that these elections meet the highest standards for transparency, fairness, and freedom.
“Anything less creates the risk that Georgia will further move away from the road to the European Union.
Let me be clear: While the government may try to manipulate narratives and the aspirations for a pro-European and democratic future of the Georgians, they cannot and will never be silenced. Their democracy will and must win,” said Kols.
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