Moldova stands in solidarity with the Georgian people as they defend their democracy and European future. President Maia Sandu expressed support for Georgia amid widespread pro-European protests during a conversation with Georgian President Salome Zurabishvili.
“I spoke with Salome Zurabishvili to convey Moldova’s solidarity with the Georgian people and my deep admiration for their courage in defending democracy and the European path. Moldovans and Georgians share the same aspiration for a peaceful, prosperous future in the EU,” Sandu wrote on the X platform.
Over the past three nights, thousands of demonstrators have taken to the streets of Tbilisi and other Georgian cities, protesting the government’s decision to delay EU accession ambitions until 2028. Police dispersed the protests using water cannons and tear gas, arresting over 150 people.
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On 30 November, U.S. diplomats condemned the “excessive use of force” by police against the pro-European demonstrators, whose actions have shaken Georgia and its government. Opposition leaders accuse the administration of steering the country away from its EU aspirations.
Georgian President Salome Zurabishvili announced on 30 November that she would not step down despite her term ending this year. She vows to remain in office until new parliamentary elections are held amid the country’s political crisis.