If Georgia returns to the path of democratic development, we are ready to work with you for Georgia’s EU membership, - EU Ambassador to Georgia, Pawel Herczynski, said in his speech at an event dedicated to Europe Day.According to him, the EU gave Georgia a historic chance in 2023, but currently democracy in Georgia is in danger.

“Georgia and the European Union have a long history of successful partnership. This relationship has brought many benefits to the people of Georgia. Look around, see yourself what the EU has done in your villages and cities.

It is a third year that I am privileged to mark Europe Day together with you.

In 2023, EU opened the door of the European family to Georgia and your country became a candidate for EU membership. We celebrated this historic moment together.

Today, unfortunately, as a result of the actions taken by Georgia’s authorities, Georgia’s European integration process has been stopped. If the current situation continues, Georgia risks missing a historic opportunity of becoming a member of the European Union for a long time. Even more, Georgia’s democracy is again in danger.

Becoming a member of the European family is an opportunity not an obligation. It is based on the sovereign choice of the people and the state. European choice of the people is clear.

As you see, the reality is that EU membership means peace, prosperity and respect for history, culture and traditions of all our countries. This is why we are together.

If Georgia returns to the path of democratic development, we are ready to work with you for Georgia’s EU membership.

We are proud to be friends of Georgia”, said the ambassador.