**Georgia’s Georgian Dream Marks 13 Years of Governance**
Today, April 21, marks the 13th anniversary of the Georgian Dream party’s founding. In a statement commemorating this milestone, the party’s leadership reflected on their accomplishments and reiterated their commitment to preserving Georgia’s sovereignty and democracy.
**A Decisive Battle Against Dictatorship**
In 2012, Bidzina Ivanishvili founded the Georgian Dream political union, taking on the then-dictatorial regime in a courageous bid for change. The party’s statement highlights this pivotal moment, emphasizing that Ivanishvili risked his own and his family’s lives to challenge the status quo.
**Establishing Democracy and Economic Growth**
Under the Georgian Dream government, Georgia has firmly established democratic principles, protected basic human rights and freedoms, and set itself on a path of irreversible development. The party boasts about its success in maintaining peace in the face of severe pressure and blackmail, particularly over the past three years when the country was threatened with becoming a second front.
**Economic Progress and Social Security**
Georgia has made significant strides in economic growth, overcoming two global and regional economic crises. With real economic freedom, suppression of business racketeering, and the right economic policy, Georgia’s economy tripled and began to grow by an average of 9.7 percent over the past four years, making it a standout performer in Europe.
The state’s approach to social policy has also undergone a fundamental transformation. A universal healthcare program was introduced, social assistance packages were significantly expanded, and the practice of distributing aid based on political interests was eliminated.
**European Integration**
Georgia achieved tangible progress on its path to European integration under the Georgian Dream government. The country signed the Association Agreement and the Free Trade Agreement, received a visa-free regime, and gained candidate status through struggle.
Despite ongoing challenges and blackmail from Brussels bureaucrats, the party promises that their team will cope with all challenges with dignity. Georgia is expected to meet the announced EU enlargement by 2030 better prepared than its fellow candidate countries.
**Georgia’s Sovereignty and Independence**
The Georgian Dream government acts according to Georgia’s national interests and vows never to compromise on these interests. The country is described as independent and sovereign today, more so than ever before. No one can dictate to the government or force it to take steps that are against the country’s interests.
In conclusion, the Georgian Dream party reflects on its accomplishments over the past 13 years, emphasizing its commitment to preserving democracy, promoting economic growth, and upholding Georgia’s sovereignty and independence.
