Georgian PM: snap elections not in opposition’s interest - 2028 vote to be held as scheduled

Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze on Wednesday reiterated that the country’s next parliamentary elections would be held on October 28, 2028, in full accordance with the Georgian Constitution.

In his interview with Imedi TV, Kobakhidze noted that the opposition had openly acknowledged that holding snap elections would benefit the ruling party rather than the opposition itself.

“They have realised something important - they no longer demand snap elections. In fact, they have publicly admitted that if snap elections were theoretically announced, it would favour the Government, not the opposition”, the Prime Minister said.

“They can see the current electoral dynamics. If parliamentary elections were held tomorrow, or in a month or two, even hypothetically, we would win a constitutional majority. That would once again place the opposition at a disadvantage, which clearly does not serve their interests”, he continued.

Kobakhidze added that despite any theoretical or subjective considerations, his Government remains firm in its position.

“Once again, we can confidently state that the elections will be held strictly within the timeframe set by the Constitution - specifically, on October 28, 2028”, he concluded.