**Visa Liberalization Cancellation: A Punishment for the Georgian People?**
The cancellation of visa liberalization would be a disastrous decision, according to Kakha Kaladze, Secretary General of the Georgian Dream party. In a recent statement, he emphasized that this move would be a punishment for the Georgian people, and not a solution to any problems.
Kaladze expressed his concern about the pressure and blackmail being exerted on Georgia by external forces. “For years, Georgia has been under pressure and blackmail,” he said. “Today, the Georgian people and Georgia are being blackmailed by cancelling visa liberalization.” He noted that the cancellation of visa liberalization would be unjust and a punishment for the Georgian people.
The issue of transparency was also highlighted by Kaladze, who questioned why it should be a problem. “So far, we have not heard a single argument, why can transparency be bad?” he asked. This suggests that there may be underlying concerns about Georgia’s democratic progress or governance practices, but these have not been clearly communicated.
**The Economic Impact of Visa Liberalization**
Kaladze also emphasized the economic benefits of visa liberalization for Georgia. “When there is a possibility to travel without a visa, of course, many people will go,” he said. “They are more developed countries if we compare them to Georgia.” He noted that Georgia is a developing country and that peace in the country is crucial for economic development.
Kaladze’s vision is for Georgia to become a more attractive destination for vacationers, rather than workers seeking employment abroad. “I would be happy if as few people as possible leave the country,” he said. “If we create such conditions in the country, if there is such an economic situation that people go for vacation, not to work.”
**The Interests of the Country and its People**
In conclusion, Kaladze emphasized the importance of considering the interests of both the country and its people when making decisions about visa liberalization. “Of course, it is bad when you are deprived of this good,” he said. “However, on the other side are the interests of the country, the future of the country, and the interests of the Georgian people.”
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