Kakha Kaladze Criticizes Postponement of Noble Partner 2024
By Liza Mchedlidze
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Georgian Dream Secretary General Kakha Kaladze voiced strong dissatisfaction regarding the postponement of Noble Partner 2024, emphasizing the government's firm stance on mutual cooperation and friendship. Addressing journalists, Kaladze reiterated the party's longstanding position that international relations must be based on mutual respect and reciprocity rather than unilateral actions.
"We are deeply disappointed by the postponement of Noble Partner 2024. The Georgian government has consistently stated its readiness for cooperation and friendship with our international partners. This relationship should be a two-way street, where both sides benefit and work towards common goals," Kaladze stated.
He rejected any suggestions that the Georgian government has veered from its course of democratic governance and European integration. "It is simply untrue to claim that Georgia has taken undemocratic or non-European steps. Since 2012, under the leadership of Georgian Dream, we have made substantial progress towards European integration, implementing reforms and strengthening democratic institutions," Kaladze affirmed.
Kaladze emphasized the country's sovereignty and autonomy. "Georgia is and will always be an independent, sovereign state. Our ancestors fought tirelessly and sacrificed greatly for our freedom. No external entity has the right to dictate terms or decisions that could jeopardize our nation's stability or the well-being of our citizens," he asserted.
Kaladze also criticized past international pressures and calls for sanctions, citing them as examples of unwarranted interference in Georgia's internal affairs. "We reject any attempts to undermine our sovereignty or to impose conditions that are not in the best interests of Georgia and its people," he added.
Tbilisi Mayor reaffirmed the Georgian Dream's commitment to deepening international relations based on mutual respect and cooperation. "It is imperative that we reset and continue our cooperation with our international partners on equal terms. We remain committed to strengthening our ties with the international community while upholding the principles of sovereignty and independence that define our nation," he stated.
