2020 has been a year of unprecedented civic responsibility, with the state and citizens joining forces in the face of this challenge, said the Prime Minister of Georgia in his New Year address.

“The passing year has been unusual and challenging for the whole world. We have found ourselves in a war against an invisible enemy that has made us give up our usual rhythm of life and has cost us our loved ones.

Along with great trials and tribulations, however, 2020 has also been a year of a major reconsideration, which each of us giving thought to the supreme value of human life and health, without which nothing matters.

Most importantly, 2020 has been a year of unprecedented civic responsibility, with the state and citizens joining forces in the face of this challenge.

This fight against an invisible enemy has its heroes, those representing healthcare: doctors, nurses, and orderlies who are even now fighting to save our citizens. I want them to remember that we are all deeply grateful to them.

These heroes also include police officers, service members, self-government employees, and all public servants who have spared no effort throughout this period to put in place a safe environment or just help our citizens”, -said Giorgi Gakharia.