Georgia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has strongly criticized the latest resolution adopted by the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE), arguing that it is based on biased political assessments rather than an objective evaluation of democratic developments in the country.
In a statement issued on June 26, the Ministry said the resolution, which was adopted following a report on the functioning of democratic institutions in Georgia, “is not based on an objective and fact-based assessment” and instead contains “biased interpretations, one-sided political assessments, and repeats false narratives about Georgia.”
Foreign Ministry says the content of the report raises serious concerns about both its impartiality and the process through which it was prepared.
The Ministry further argued that it is particularly troubling that an international institution established to protect human rights, democracy, and the rule of law is increasingly being used as an instrument of political pressure.
“Such practices undermine the authority of the Council of Europe itself and raise legitimate doubts about the impartiality of certain structures within the organization,” the statement said.
The Ministry described it as unacceptable to attempt, under the banner of democracy, to discredit a democratically elected government, criticize state institutions operating within the law, or encourage political groups seeking to disregard the electoral mandate granted by the Georgian people.
“Such an approach does not strengthen democracy but instead deepens political polarization and encourages radical processes,” the statement added.
The Foreign Ministry also rejected what it described as biased assessments of Georgia’s domestic political and legal processes, arguing that legislative decisions adopted in line with national interests and constitutional procedures should not be subject to politically motivated criticism.
It further objected to calls for the repeal of legislation without what it described as proper legal justification or objective assessment, saying such demands exceed the Council of Europe’s mandate and constitute political interference.
“The Government of Georgia will firmly defend the country’s sovereignty, constitutional order, and the democratic choice of the Georgian people. No external political pressure, disinformation campaign, or unfair assessment will serve as grounds for disregarding Georgia’s national interests, state independence, or democratic legitimacy,” the Ministry stated.
Despite its criticism, the Foreign Ministry reaffirmed Georgia’s commitment to the Council of Europe, describing the country as “a responsible member of the Council of Europe and a committed defender of its core values.”
The statement concluded by expressing Georgia’s readiness for “mutually beneficial cooperation based on respect and trust” and its expectation that the Council of Europe’s institutions will adopt a “constructive and fair approach” in their engagement with the country.
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