Preparatory Meeting for Geneva International Talks in Tbilisi The co-chairs were hosted by the Georgian Foreign Ministry and the head of the Georgian delegation - David Dondua.

The sides discussed the main issues of the agenda of the meeting scheduled for December 12-13. Along with other important issues, special attention was paid to the recent steps taken by Russia to annex Georgia`s occupied territories.

In particular, the opening of the Russian Customs Service in Sokhumi and decision to open a customs checkpoint. from January 1, 2018 in Akhalgori.

"Co-chairs had the opportunity to talk about the ongoing negotiations, to express their views and vision for the future. Also, listen to our experts" opinion and answer their questions. It was especially important in the light of the developments on our occupied territories, "said Dondua.