Georgian PM Thanks EU for its Trust & Strategic Partnership

Prime Minister of Georgia Giorgi Gakharia has responded to the EU Council's decision to open borders for 15 countries, including Georgia. 

"Including Georgia on the list of so-called 'green countries' is another confirmation of our strategic partnership with the EU. It's an important achievement and acknowledgment of the success we had in the fight against the pandemic," he stated. 

"On behalf of the Government of Georgia and all Georgians, I would like to thank the European Union for its recognition, trust and strategic partnership. We are currently in direct consultation with the member states to ensure the safe, gradual and coordinated movement of our citizens," the head of the government tweeted.

The European Union Member States have finally approved a list of 15 countries, considered as safe due to their epidemiological situation related to the new coronavirus, including Georgia.

The EU borders will be gradually reopened with the following third countries: Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay, China (subject to confirmation of reciprocity).

By Ana Dumbadze 

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