**UK and Georgia Discuss Ongoing Issues**
On December 16, the UK’s Minister of State for Europe, Stephen Doughty, spoke with Georgian Foreign Minister Maka Botchorishvili. The conversation focused on recent developments in Georgia.
The UK Minister expressed concern about police violence and arbitrary arrests in the country. He stated that these actions are unacceptable and that the UK will consider all options to hold those responsible accountable.
Georgia’s Foreign Ministry released a statement about the phone call. They said the Ministers discussed bilateral relations between their countries. The British side expressed concerns, while the Georgian side regretted recent decisions made by the UK, including the postponement of a strategic dialogue and suspension of programmatic support.
The Georgian Minister also spoke about the country’s parliamentary elections, ongoing protests, and the government’s response to these events. She emphasized that Georgia remains committed to European and Euro-Atlantic aspirations and stressed its reliability as a regional partner.
**Key Points**
* The UK has expressed concern about police violence and arbitrary arrests in Georgia.
* The British Minister of State stated that his country will consider all options to hold those responsible accountable.
* Georgian Foreign Minister Maka Botchorishvili discussed the country’s parliamentary elections, ongoing protests, and government response with the UK Minister.
* Georgia remains committed to European and Euro-Atlantic aspirations.
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