Irakli Kobakhidze, the Prime Minister of Georgia congratulated and bestowed best wishes on behalf of the citizens of the Georgia to USA (United States of America). The USA is commemorating the 248th independent ceremony on Wednesday.
The Prime Minister in his congratulatory message, stated,“ This year is a very important day as the USA is celebrating the 248th anniversary since the adoption of the Declaration of Independence.” While speaking to media representatives at an event held on the occasion Kobakhidze also said that the Georgian ruling party is always looking for a stable relationship with the United States of America. He also recalled how some misconceptions have ruined the relationship between both countries for a long time.”
Prime Minister while underlining the role of the USA in international politics said that the USA plays an important role in world politics so we cannot ignore the significance attached to this special day of independence. This day is especially important for us as Georgia has had a strategic relationship with the USA for a long time, and we cannot underestimate the importance of this relationship.
PM speaking further specifically said “ On this special day I would repeat again that we want strong and stable relations with almost every country and the USA is on the top of the list of those countries.” In the past incidents have damaged our relationship to some extent but I am optimistic that this time of the bitter diplomatic relationship will be over very soon as well.”
On the other hand the official of the Government while commenting on the message of the Prime Minister said that Georgia is on standby mode and eagerly waiting for the reciprocal steps. PM also added that he is very hopeful that the sincere efforts in this direction will improve the relations between both countries. He also underlined that the relations between both countries are very much for the mutual benefit of both countries as well.
It is worth mentioning that since the reintroduction of the foreign agent law the USA has been very vocal in criticising Georgia’s move and has demanded the repeal of the law.