The European Union denounces the re-introduction of the draft law "Foreign customers" In Georgia
The European Union denounced Georgia’s recent decision to reintroduce the draft “foreign agents” law, stressing that it raises serious concerns about restricting the work of foreign-funded NGOs.
The European Union External Action Service stated on its official website that the European Union recalls the public pledge made by the Georgian government and the ruling party last year to “unconditionally withdraw” For such legislation, we again regret that it is being considered again despite the strong public and international reactions that denounced it last March.
She added that creating an enabling environment for organizations Civil society and ensuring freedom of the media is the essence of democracy, and is also crucial to the EU accession process.
The statement indicated that the European Council granted Georgia candidate state status on the basis of Take the relevant steps set out in the Commission’s recommendation of 8 November 2023. Step 9 includes a recommendation for Georgia to ensure that civil society can act freely, and Step 1 calls on Georgia to fight disinformation against the European Union and its values.
 
He added, “Transparency, or the so-called foreign agents law, should not be used as a tool to limit civil society’s ability to work freely.” We encourage Georgia’s political leaders to adopt and implement reforms that are consistent with the stated goal of joining the European Union, which is supported by a large majority of Georgia’s citizens.”
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