The President of Georgia Salome Zourabichvili made a really bold decision and the U.S. encourages the sides to fully implement all elements of the March 8 agreement. Such a statement made today the US Ambassador to Georgia.

Kelly Degnan talked about this issue during an online press conference.

“Our strategic partnership is based on common commitments, democracy, sustainable economic growth and cooperation for international security. COVID-19 did not impede our work and activities in these important directions.

The parties set the terms of the agreement, which is intended to de-polarize Georgia’s political tensions. Fulfilling the agreement will create the environment and the opportunity for greater pluralism in this year’s parliamentary elections, which is what Georgians have said they want. If the agreement fails, it will be a real setback for Georgia.

Working continues with the Parliament of Georgia on electoral reforms that are so crucial for the elections to be free and fair.

The U.S. is providing expert guidance and advice on election reform legislation to ensure OSCE recommendations are fully incorporated into the law. These recommendations are specifically designed to avoid the shortfalls of previous elections and facilitate credible, free and fair elections in October”, - concluded the Ambassador.