19 November 2024,   07:33
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Statement on Rustavi 2 of former Deputy Secretary of State

Another clear message from Washington. The deputy head of the US Agency for International Development, Thomas Melia spoke about Rustavi 2 and freedom of media .

American diplomat said the US administration strongly supports the independence of media and with respect to pluralism of the media Rustavi2 is the main element .

"The US government strongly supports media independence and pluralism in Georgia as in other countries around the world. Our positions are clear and Ambassador Kelly has expressed it. Pluralism is, I think, the key element that is affected by this ongoing controversy about Rustavi2. Our views are well known on that and we look forward to continuing to see a vibrant and diverse media in Georgia. It has been one of the strengths of Georgia. Regardless of which government is in power there have always existed critical points of view that were able to be expressed in print, online and on air. We hope and expect that this will continue, "- said Thomas Melia.

Deputy Head of the US Agency for International Development of Democracy, Thomas Melia was Deputy of the State Secretary in Human Rights.

Unlike the majority, the message coming from the United States are adequately perceived by the opposition. Dream critics believe that Washington is so active because they do not want to jeopardize the editorial policy of the most critical channel in Georgia.

Rustavi2 case that has been a topical issue for all of Georgia`s partners  and  this was confirmed today by the European and US diplomats.

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