The United States Embassy in Georgia has released details of meetings held by a US State Department delegation with representatives of the Georgian government and opposition parties during a visit to Tbilisi from May 25–28.
Embassy says the delegation conveyed the Trump administration’s readiness to build a “constructive, forward-looking relationship” with Georgia and expressed interest in launching a new chapter in bilateral relations based on mutual respect, shared interests, and open dialogue.
The delegation met with Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze, Vice Prime Ministers Maka Bochorishvili and Mamuka Mdinaradze, as well as other government officials.
Based on the statement, discussions focused on areas where the United States and Georgia share common interests, including national sovereignty, economic development, resilience to external influence, and fundamental democratic values.
The US delegation also highlighted its interest in expanding commercial cooperation, increasing access for American goods and investment, and strengthening cooperation in the fields of security and energy.
“A sustainable strategic partnership will require continued progress by ensuring the conditions that make Georgia a reliable partner, including a favorable business environment for American businesses and a stable domestic political climate that is conducive to opposition engagement,” the statement said.
The embassy noted that the United States looks forward to working with the Georgian government on a partnership that delivers tangible benefits to both countries and fully realizes the potential of bilateral relations.
The delegation also held separate meetings with representatives of Georgia’s major opposition parties, including the United National Movement, Coalition for Change, Strong Georgia, and For Georgia.
Embassy says opposition representatives raised concerns regarding the treatment of opposition parties since October 2024, including ongoing proceedings in the Constitutional Court and the broader political environment.
The US delegation emphasized the importance of opposition participation in democratic institutions, stating that a functioning democracy requires an opposition capable of representing the interests of its voters through engagement with state institutions.
“Political stability and effective opposition representation are among the factors that make Georgia a reliable partner for American investment, security cooperation, and long-term strategic partnerships,” the statement said.
The delegation added that the United States remains committed to constructive engagement with all political actors interested in Georgia’s stability, sovereignty, and prosperity.
The visit came amid ongoing tensions between the Georgian government and opposition parties following the disputed October 2024 parliamentary elections. Relations between Tbilisi and Washington have also faced challenges in recent years, with disagreements over democratic governance, political polarization, and Georgia’s foreign policy direction. The US delegation’s visit was viewed as an effort to assess the political situation and explore opportunities for improving bilateral relations under the current US administration.
