The European Commission’s recommendation on Georgia’s candidate status was followed by international reactions and congratulations.

German Ambassador Peter Fischer emphasized that the future is Europe: “Let’s move forward together. Towards a positive decision by the EU Council in December and membership in due course,” he tweeted.

Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Georgia tweeted: “Congratulations to Georgia on today’s decision of the European Comission It’s a tremendous step towards joining European Union. Well done!”

The Ambassador of the Netherlands, Meline Arakelian, emphasized this important step for Georgia on its way to EU integration and added: “Many have been looking forward to this moment. Final decision lies with EU Member States at European Council on December 14-15”.