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Did Georgia just turn from a dream to a nightmare right before our eyes?

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Last updated: 2024/11/01 at 6:56 AM
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The recent parliamentary election in Georgia has raised concerns about the country’s European future. Despite hopes for a multi-party government, the ruling party, Georgian Dream (GD), secured a majority of seats through alleged irregularities and manipulation. GD’s tactics included vote-buying, voter intimidation, and a Kremlin-like disinformation campaign. The abuse of administrative resources and the unaddressed recommendations by international observation missions have brought Georgia dangerously close to a one-party parliament.

The European Council, European Commission, and other European and Canadian parliamentarians have called for an investigation into the election irregularities. With Georgian institutions under the influence of oligarch Bidzina Ivanishvili, a genuine inquiry seems unlikely. The EU must persist in investigating the irregularities and withhold legitimacy from the election results. Furthermore, the EU should impose targeted sanctions on those responsible for the manipulation, enhance support for civil society and independent media, and hold consultations with Georgia’s President to support calls for new free and fair elections under international oversight.

The EU’s response to the situation in Georgia will have significant implications for its enlargement policy and credibility. Allowing a candidate country to slide into authoritarianism without consequences risks creating another Belarus on the EU’s doorstep. The EU must take decisive action to prevent Georgia from slipping away under the Kremlin’s shadow. Support for civil society and independent media, targeted sanctions on those responsible for manipulation, and continued pressure on Georgian authorities are essential steps in safeguarding Georgia’s European future.

As Georgia teeters between a European future and Kremlin-style tactics, the EU must act swiftly to address the ongoing challenges facing the country. The recent election irregularities and manipulation by the ruling party have raised concerns about the country’s democratic processes and European aspirations. By investigating the irregularities, imposing targeted sanctions, and supporting civil society and independent media, the EU can help prevent Georgia from veering further away from the European path. The EU’s response will be crucial in determining the future trajectory of Georgia and its relationship with the EU.

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