The goal of 9 steps is not to be “pleased Brussels”, their goal is to improve the life of the Georgian population. Political leaders should work together in a constructive manner to realize the European aspirations of the population, - the Ambassador of the European Union to Georgia said in response to the questions asked by citizens on social media.

“I will start with what the EU candidate status means for Georgia. First of all, it is a recognition of the strong support of the Georgian population for its European future.

The future of Georgia in the European Union is connected with the fulfillment of several important steps, the famous 9 steps. Their implementation is crucial for Georgia to move to the next stage, which includes the opening of negotiations on joining the European Union. The goal of all these steps and stages is not to “please Brussels”. Their goal is to improve the life of the Georgian population and bring Georgia closer to the European Union standards.

Since Georgia is on the path to joining the EU, political leaders must work constructively together, involving civil society and business to realize the European aspirations of the Georgian population. You can be sure that the European Union will support Georgia every step of the way. The rule of law and human rights should be Georgia’s compass on the way to joining the European Union”, - said Paweł Herczyński.