**MEGOBARI Act on the Horizon: Lelo-Strong Georgia’s Push for Reform**
A significant development in the Georgian political landscape is expected this year, as the MEGOBARI Act edges closer to becoming a bill. This prospect has been fueled by high-level meetings between Lelo-Strong Georgia representatives and US officials in Washington last week.
Grigol Gegelia, Foreign Secretary of Lelo-Strong Georgia, highlighted the importance of these meetings in a recent briefing. He emphasized that the US and EU executive branches view new free parliamentary elections as a critical minimum for Georgian Dream to gain legitimacy. Gegelia stated that Lelo-Strong Georgia has been working tirelessly to accelerate the adoption of the MEGOBARI Act, which is seen as an essential step towards achieving this goal.
**A Clear Path Ahead?**
According to Gegelia, nothing will prevent the implementation of the MEGOBARI Act, despite additional work and efforts being required. The visit to Washington served not only to expedite the adoption process but also to increase pressure on the current government. Lelo-Strong Georgia’s main agenda in Washington was centered around two key demands: new parliamentary elections and the immediate release of all political prisoners.
**International Support Grows**
During consultations with US officials, Gegelia introduced the Strong Georgia vision and action plan, which envisions a multifaceted struggle against the current government. He reported that their partners have come to understand Lelo-Strong Georgia’s position correctly and express great faith in the potential of Georgian democracy and its people.
**A Clear Message: Elections are Key**
Gegelia reinforced the message that Georgian Dream has only one source of gaining legitimacy – holding new free parliamentary elections. This perspective is shared by both US and EU executive branches, foreign ministers, and the European Parliament. The immediate adoption of the MEGOBARI Act is seen as crucial for facilitating these elections and releasing political prisoners.
**A New Chapter Awaits**
With Lelo-Strong Georgia continuing to work intensively towards this goal, many hope that the MEGOBARI Act will be transformed into a draft law this year. As the country takes steps towards reform, it remains to be seen whether these efforts will yield the desired results and pave the way for a more democratic future.
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