According to the government’s press service, PM  focused on the need to increase the international efforts for the release of unlawfully detained Irakli Bebua and other citizens of Georgia.

Significance of effective and tangible results to be achieved through the GID was highlighted. It was noted that tangible results are essential on the execution of the Ceasefire Agreement, return of refugees and freedom of movement.

The Head of Government of Georgia stressed the need of preventing incidents in Gali and resuming the meetings of response mechanisms. It was reiterated at the meeting that the Government of Georgia remains committed to the policy of peaceful resolution of the conflict. According to Georgian PM, the Government is taking active steps towards de-occupation and peaceful conflict resolution, as it is actively working towards defining a national approach and comprehensive strategy of the state.

During the meeting, attention was paid to the importance of ensuring peace and confidence building in the region. The agreement reached between Azerbaijan and Armenia with the mediation of the Prime Minister of Georgia, which promotes dialogue and improves the security environment in the region, was positively assessed.

Prime Minister also spoke about a new peaceful platform branded as a Peaceful Neighborhood Initiative in the South Caucasus, which aims to ensure peace and stability in the region. The vital role of the EU support in this process was duly stressed.