The European Parliament has voted on a non-binding resolution calling on the EU not to commence membership negotiations with Georgia until the controversial “Foreign Agents Transparency Law” is repealed.

This decision reflects concerns over the compatibility of the law with European values and its potential impact on Georgia’s aspirations for EU integration.

The resolution, passed with a significant majority, saw 425 MEPs voting in favour, while 25 opposed it, and 30 abstained.

It explicitly condemns the reintroduction of the “Foreign Agents Transparency Law” and asserts that it contradicts European Union values, undermines Georgia’s European aspirations, damages the country’s reputation, and jeopardizes its Euro-Atlantic integration.

The European Parliament’s stance underscores its position that as long as such a law remains in force, the EU should refrain from initiating accession negotiations with Georgia.

This sentiment reflects the seriousness with which European lawmakers view the issue and their commitment to upholding European values in the accession process.

Furthermore, the resolution reportedly includes a call for the EU to consider sanctions against Bidzina Ivanishvili, according to Ricard Jozwiak, Europe Editor at Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty.

Euro parl overwhelmingly (425 for, 25 against, 30 abstentions) voted in favour of a non-binding res stating that EU accession negotiations should not be opened as long as the proposed foreign agent law is part of