European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos expressed deep concern over Georgia’s latest legislative move, calling it a “regrettable step away from EU values and standards.” In a statement posted on X, Kos warned that the newly adopted law “will further shrink civic space and add to existing repression,” emphasizing that such actions are “contrary to democratic principles and should be reversed.”

Georgia’s parliament approved amendments to the Organic Law on Political Unions of Citizens, fast-tracking the bill through its third reading. The legislation passed with 80 votes in favor, raising alarms among EU officials and civil society groups.