Georgia May Lose Visa-Free Regime

The European Union may terminate the visa-free regime for Georgian citizens. This would be a response to the anti-democratic actions of the Georgian authorities and their anti-Western rhetoric, according to Politico.

According to the publication, the information regarding the possible revocation of visa-free status for Georgians has been confirmed by a representative of the EU executive body. He stated that if the 'Georgian Dream' party continues its authoritarian course, all response options are possible, 'including the potential temporary suspension of the visa liberalization scheme.'

'As part of the EU-Georgia visa liberalization dialogue and the related Action Plan, Georgia was supposed to reach specific objectives, particularly ensuring the protection of fundamental rights and preventing discrimination,' he added.