The Secretary noted Georgia’s recent judicial reform efforts and the important role of civil society in advancing the rule of law – U.S. Embassy

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The Secretary noted Georgia’s recent judicial reform efforts and the important role of civil society in advancing the rule of law – U.S. Embassy

18-11-2020 12:55

The US Embassy has released information about a meeting between US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and civil society representatives.

“Secretary Pompeo sat down with civil society representatives for a candid and open conversation about judicial reform, and the role of civil society in Georgia’s development.

The Secretary noted Georgia’s recent judicial reform efforts and the important role of civil society in advancing the rule of law and developing modern state institutions.

However, all agreed there is more work to be done, and the United States stands ready to continue its support. Included in the meeting were representatives of some of the many professional NGOs dedicated to improving Georgia’s democracy, including the American Chamber of Commerce Georgia, Economic Policy Research Center, Georgian Democracy Initiative, Open Society-Georgia Foundation, Rights Georgia, and Transparency International Georgia”, - reads the statement of the Embassy.

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