Georgia: Statement by High Representative Josep Borrell with the European Commission on the adoption of the “transparency of foreign influence” law | EEAS

Georgia: Statement by High Representative Josep Borrell with the European Commission on the adoption of the “transparency of foreign influence” law | EEAS Georgia: Statement by High Representative Josep Borrell with the European Commission on the adoption of the “transparenc… The Diplomatic Service of the European Union EEAS > Georgia: Statement by High Representative Josep Borrell with the Europe. [...] The European Council granted Georgia the status of a candidate country on the understanding that the relevant 9 steps set out in the Commission recommendation of 8 November 2023 are taken. [...] The EU has clearly and repeatedly stated that the spirit and content of the law are not in line with EU core norms and values. [...] It will undermine the work of civil society and independent media while freedom of association and freedom of expression are fundamental rights at the core of Georgi’as commitments as part of the Association Agreement and of any EU accession path. [...] We urge the Georgian authorities to withdraw the law, uphold their commitment to the EU path and advance the necessary reforms detailed in the 9 steps.  The EU stands ready to continue supporting Georgians working towards a European future.