How does Georgia fulfill its obligations under the Association Agreement with the European Union? - The resolution prepared on this topic will be voted for in the European Parliament today. In a few hours it will be clear whether the latest amendments to the document regarding the first round of the presidential election and the use of administrative resources will be included in the document. One of the amendments is related to the government"s attacks on the NGO sector. Yesterday, the debates were held for an hour, when the majority of the European Parliament said that the territories of Georgia were occupied by Russia and this remains a major challenge for the country. During the debates, it was noted that Georgia should continue to implement democratic reforms.

"The development of long-term democracy and peace in associated countries is an important part of the process of unification of the continent of Europe, which began after the collapse of the Soviet Union, which is a difficult process not only because of the impact of the Soviet remnants but also due to the 20-year influence of the oligarchy.The Association Agreement will help Georgia succeed if it succeeds in systematic reform of the judiciary system and security services and the rights of minorities will be protected, "said MP Rebecca Harms, MP.

Another member of the European Parliament, Fabio Castalto, focuses on the relationship between the Georgian government and the NGOs and emphasizes that the presidential elections were held under pressure from politicians on the third sector and observer missions.

"In the presidential elections we have seen pressure from the authorities on the civil society and pressure on observer organizations who have been accused of fascism only because they were doing their own job.The protection of civil society is a decisive condition for a constructive partnership between the EU and Georgia. We will saythis both in Kishinev and Tbilisi, "- said Castello.

Due to the strategic location of Georgia another MEP, Mikaela Soidrova, speaks about the great interest of Russia in having influence over this territory. Accordingly, due to this factor she supports the closer cooperation between Georgia and the European Union.

"Because of Georgia"s strategic location, this country is an attractive for Russia, so I support a close relationship between the EU and Georgia, and the presidential elections in Georgia show that the country is on the right track, we hope that in the second round, a pro-European candidate will be elected," said Mikaela Soidrova.