In a fair approach, Georgia will become an EU member by 2030, says Kobakhidze

Georgia’s Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze expressed confidence that the country will be ready to join the EU by 2030.

“Our goal is reflected in Georgia’s constitution. Our aim is to become a member of the European Union by 2030, which is quite possible if a fair approach is ensured. By 2030, Georgia will be more prepared than others to join the EU. If there is a fair approach, it will definitely happen. We hope that attitudes within the EU will improve,” Kobakhidze said during a press conference.

He added that at this stage, the Georgian side is only listening to coarse and unfounded statements from Western partners regarding the supposedly “anti-European” actions of the ruling Georgian Dream party.

On Nov. 28, 2024, Kobakhidze announced that a decision had been made to suspend discussions on the start of negotiations for Georgia’s accession to the EU until 2028. Since then, protests have been held in Georgia, demanding new parliamentary elections.