Representatives of Georgian civil society are meeting with Council of Europe officials in Strasbourg.

Nino Dolidze, an election specialist and former head of the NGO Fair Elections, stated that they met with Council of Europe Secretary General Alain Berset; the meeting highlighted that the Council of Europe is well-informed about the situation in Georgia.

"We, as civil society representatives, continue our efforts to uphold human rights. We are currently in Strasbourg, holding meetings with various representatives of the Council of Europe. We met with the Council of Europe’s Secretary General, Alain Berset; this meeting—along with others—confirms that the situation in Georgia is well understood here. They are fully aware that there has been no progress, despite numerous resolutions adopted regarding Georgia and the many demands and conditions set for improving the situation in the country. Consequently, while we certainly continue our advocacy work, it is clear that our partners expect change from Georgia. They stand with the Georgian people and remain fully committed to defending democracy, human rights, and the rule of law in the country," stated Nino Dolidze.

Following a meeting with representatives of the Georgian civil society sector, the Secretary General of the Council of Europe also issued a statement on social media, noting that the meeting was highly valuable and highlighting areas where the Council of Europe can strengthen its influence.

"With members of Georgian civil society, on the margins of the PACE_NEWS session, we discussed their day-to-day experience in circumstances that remain challenging.

The Council of Europe continues to protect people’s rights and freedoms through the ECHR_CEDH.

A valuable meeting that also highlighted where we can strengthen our impact, including through the reform of the Council of Europe," reads the statement by Alain Berset.