**Tina Bokuchava Refuses to Appear Before Treason Commission**
In a statement that has sparked controversy, Tina Bokuchava, the chair of Georgia’s United National Movement (UNM), has announced that she will not attend a parliamentary investigative commission session. Bokuchava claims that the commission is illegitimate and therefore does not have the right to question her.
“I do not intend to appear before the ‘treason commission’!” Bokuchava declared, in response to allegations made by two government officials during the commission’s session today. The comments suggest a deepening divide between the ruling Georgian Dream party and the opposition UNM.
**Background: Allegations Against Opposition Politicians**
The parliamentary commission was established to investigate claims that opposition politicians were engaging in treasonous activities while meeting with European officials. According to MP Givi Mikanadze, several opposition leaders, including Bokuchava, met with politicians from the Council of Europe and lobbied for actions against Georgia’s government. Foreign Minister Maka Bochorishvili also alleged that Bokuchava was part of a group advocating for the suspension of Georgia’s visa-free travel to the European Union.
**Bokuchava Denies Allegations**
In refusing to appear before the commission, Bokuchava has denied any wrongdoing. Her statement suggests that she believes the allegations are baseless and politically motivated. By rejecting the commission’s authority, Bokuchava may be trying to undermine its legitimacy and create a perception of bias.
**Implications for Georgian Politics**
The refusal by Bokuchava to cooperate with the parliamentary commission raises questions about the state of Georgia’s politics. The country has been plagued by tensions between the ruling party and opposition groups. This latest development suggests that relations between them are unlikely to improve anytime soon.
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