Georgian President: peace, economic growth, welfare key to Georgia’s reunification

Georgian President Mikheil Kavelashvili on Tuesday delivered his annual address to Parliament, identifying the ongoing Russian occupation of historic Georgian territories as the nation's primary challenge.

In a speech centered on reconciliation, the President emphasised that Georgia’s path to reunification lies through economic strength and peaceful dialogue.

The President underscored that the Government’s messages remain consistent and transparent regarding the occupied regions of Abkhazia and the Tskhinvali region.

“We must do everything in our power to build a unified, strong, developed, and peaceful Georgia together with our Abkhaz and Ossetian brothers and sisters. Our actions demonstrate that we do not merely speak of peace, but actively work to ensure it - something that can become a crucial precondition for restoring trust and rebuilding broken bridges”, the President told the legislative body.

“A policy of peace, economic advancement, and a high standard of living is the path that will inevitably guide us to the ultimate reunification of our country and people. Our shared history, culture, and values strengthen our belief in this”, Kavelashvili concluded.