**EU Pressures Georgia to Repeal Un-EU Values Legislation**
The European Commission has expressed concern over the actions of the Georgian government, calling them “alarming” and stating that they do not meet the expectations EU institutions have for a candidate country. This is according to a statement from the European Commission’s press service.
However, the Speaker of Parliament in Georgia, Shalva Papuashvili, has responded sharply to this criticism. He argues that the Georgian people are being subjected to orchestrated attacks by external forces and questions whether the EU truly understands what is happening in the country.
**The Biden Administration’s Silence**
Papuashvili pointed out that the spokespersons for the Biden administration have gone quiet on the matter, while the European Commission’s spokesperson has taken up the mantle. This silence from the US, he claims, highlights a significant shift in priorities – one where American funding and influence were previously used to fuel disinformation, violent groups, and propaganda in Georgia.
However, with the U.S. Congress having recently passed the “MEGOBARI Act”, it is clear that they are now more focused on other issues. The act demonstrates the international community’s close eye on developments in Georgia.
**EU Funding Under Scrutiny**
Papuashvili has put the spotlight on EU funding and how it is being used to support radical political parties, disinformation outlets, and anti-Georgian propaganda. He called upon the European Commission’s spokesperson to answer whether they plan to review this funding from the EU budget.
The context of these remarks lies in a statement by the European Commission, which expressed concern over the Georgian government’s actions and called on them to repeal legislation that is incompatible with EU values. This call was made against the backdrop of a statement from Interpressnews, where the European Commission stressed that the U.S. Congress’ adoption of the “MEGOBARI Act” demonstrates the international community’s keen interest in events unfolding in Georgia.
**Conclusion**
It remains to be seen how this escalating situation will unfold and whether the EU can effectively address the concerns raised by Papuashvili regarding its funding practices. However, it is clear that tensions between Georgia and the European Commission are running high, with both sides firmly entrenched on their respective positions.
