The resolutions of the European Parliament are absolutely irrelevant. If anything resembles a Soviet institution today, unfortunately, it's the European Parliament, which, in its current state, is no different from the Supreme Soviet of the USSR! I remember the tone, the content of discussions, the level of injustice back in the 1980s — and today’s European Parliament is no different from that, – Georgia’s Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze told the media.
In the same context, Kobakhidze said the situation in the European Parliament is alarming and tragic, expressing hope that “the process of recovery and change will, first and foremost, apply to the European Parliament.”
He also focused on improving relations between Georgia and the European Union, emphasizing that Georgia's goal is the one enshrined in its Constitution.
“On every issue, we constantly call for consultations. We ask that we speak to each other based on facts. In return, what we see are general statements, with no specifics or factual basis. Whenever we express dissatisfaction with certain statements or actions, our position is always grounded in facts. This is a very sound and truly European approach.
Unfortunately, this European approach of ours is often met with a Soviet-style response. We thought we had left Soviet methods behind 35 years ago, but we are now seeing that those approaches are still in force. What is most concerning is that such approaches are often coming from the West. Hopefully, this will change! Europe itself needs this change, as do Georgian-European relations. We are ready for it!
Our goal is clearly stated in Georgia’s Constitution – our aim is for the country to become a member of the European Union by 2030. This is entirely achievable, provided a fair environment is ensured. By 2030, Georgia will be more ready than ever to join the EU, and if there is a fair approach, it will certainly happen.
We hope that the approaches and relations between our country and the European Union will improve,” stated Irakli Kobakhidze.
