Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-000508/2025
to the Vice-President of the Commission / High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy
Rule 144
Dainius Žalimas (Renew), Rasa Juknevičienė (PPE), Nathalie Loiseau (Renew), Rihards Kols (ECR), Michał Wawrykiewicz (PPE), Michał Szczerba (PPE)
We are writing to urgently address the political and constitutional crisis in Georgia, which is rapidly eroding the country’s democratic future and its European aspirations. The increasing repression faced by independent media outlets and non-governmental organisations in Georgia, including physical violence and psychological pressure on journalists and other activists, underscores the urgency of the situation.
In light of the recent suspension of US foreign aid and the increasing pressures faced by civil society organisations and independent media outlets in Georgia, we respectfully request clarification on the European External Action Service’s planned course of action to ensure the survival of these critical elements of democracy in Georgia.
Specifically:
- 1.When and in what form does the EU intend to redirect its financial support from the Georgian authorities to Georgian civil society and independent media?
- 2.What specific measures are being put in place to ensure that this financial support reaches those organisations promptly and effectively, enabling them to continue their vital work during this critical period?
Submitted: 5.2.2025