Georgian President credits Government’s pragmatic policies for maintaining peace, economic growth

Georgian President Mikheil Kavelashvili on Thursday said it was precisely thanks to the pragmatic and rational policies of the Georgian Government that “we have maintained peace and economic growth”.

In his address at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Kavelashvili emphasised that the country's goal was to develop constructive relations based on mutual respect and shared benefit with major economies such as the United States, China, European Union and others.

He noted that the Georgian Government was open to any dialogue and cooperation, but at the same time, “we demand respect and a fair and dignified approach” and what the Georgian people would never accept was being spoken to in the language of ultimatums, blackmail or intimidation.

“Georgia is a faithful adherent to the fundamental principles and values of the United Nations and a dignified, responsible member of the international community, as evidenced by the considerable efforts made by the current Government of Georgia to improve the protection of human rights. It is precisely thanks to the pragmatic and rational policies of the Government of Georgia that we have maintained peace and economic growth, significantly improving the quality of life of our citizens”, Kavelashvili said.

“Despite numerous challenges in recent years, Georgia has demonstrated remarkable resilience to external shocks. The positive trajectory of Georgia’s development is reflected in and confirmed by the international rankings and indicators of the world’s most reputable organisations”, he concluded.