Georgia remains optimistic about securing EU membership by 2030, despite facing significant challenges. Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze emphasizes the need for more flexibility from the EU bureaucracy to advance membership talks.
Recent pauses in accession discussions stem from tensions with the EU, including allegations of 'blackmail and manipulation.' The country's political landscape is fraught with tension, highlighted by disputed elections and opposition boycotts. Former President Zourabichvili condemned the election results as fraudulent, a sentiment echoed by the European Parliament's call for new elections.
Despite these hurdles, Georgia maintains a pragmatic approach towards Russia, particularly regarding its occupied regions from the 2008 conflict. Economic ties with Russia persist, yet the Georgian Dream party, in power since 2012, faces criticism for its perceived authoritarianism.
As Georgia navigates its path to the EU, it benefits economically from the Ukraine conflict, underscoring its strategic position in reducing Europe's energy reliance on Russia.
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