Mike Pompeo Meets with Civil Society Representatives
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has held a meeting with civil society representatives. Information about the meeting was released by the US Embassy in Georgia.
“Secretary Pompeo sat down with civil society representatives for a candid and open conversation about judicial reform, and the role of civil society in Georgia’s development. The Secretary noted Georgia’s recent judicial reform efforts and the important role of civil society in advancing the rule of law and developing modern state institutions. However, all agreed there is more work to be done, and the United States stands ready to continue its support. Included in the meeting were representatives of some of the many professional NGOs dedicated to improving Georgia’s democracy, including the American Chamber of Commerce Georgia, Economic Policy Research Center, Georgian Democracy Initiative, Open Society-Georgia Foundation, Rights Georgia, and Transparency International Georgia,” the Embassy said.
Following productive conversations with his counterparts, Secretary Pompeo completed his visit to Georgia. The Secretary expressed confidence that the US - Georgian relationship is firmly grounded by our shared values and unwavering commitment to Georgia’s territorial integrity and sovereignty.