World Leaders Congratulate Georgia on Independence Day, Reaffirm Support for Sovereignty and European Path
By Messenger Staff
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Foreign leaders and international partners extended congratulatory messages to Georgia on May 26 as the country marked the 108th anniversary of the declaration of its first democratic republic.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the day offered "fresh opportunities to deepen the bonds of friendship between the American and Georgian people," reaffirming U.S. support for Georgia's sovereignty and territorial integrity and describing Washington as "committed to a partnership in line with Georgia's aspirations for a secure and prosperous future."
The EU Delegation and EU member states' embassies said the spirit of the 1918 independence declaration "deeply resonates within Georgian society today," and noted that progress on democratic reforms, the rule of law, and fundamental freedoms remained "essential for advancing on the European path." They reaffirmed the EU's support for Georgia's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
King Charles III of the United Kingdom extended "warm congratulations" to the Georgian people alongside Queen Camilla, saying he took "great pride in the longstanding friendship between our two peoples."
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also extended congratulations, saying the two nations share "long-standing ties and a common understanding of the value of freedom and dignity." He added that "Ukraine stands ready" to work toward "a mutually beneficial relationship." The message came amid ongoing efforts by Kyiv to restore ties with Tbilisi following years of strained relations.
German Ambassador Peter Fischer, who has been at the center of a public dispute with Georgian Dream officials in recent weeks, said Germany "stands with all in favor of a free, peaceful and European Georgia."
NATO's Liaison Office in Georgia congratulated the country on "freedom, resilience, and the enduring spirit of the Georgian people," reaffirming NATO's support for Georgia's sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders.
The Baltic states, Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia, all sent messages explicitly supporting Georgia's European aspirations, with Lithuania saying it "will not give up on supporting European aspirations of the Georgian people." Romania called for closer cooperation on Black Sea connectivity, including the Green Energy Corridor and the Black Sea-Caspian Sea Transport Route. Poland and Israel also extended congratulations.
