Kelly Degnan stressed the bloc was “waiting for common sense” in the ongoing domestic work for obtaining the status, to support the country’s “clear choice towards Europe”. 
Pointing to the importance of peace for Ukraine amid its defence from the ongoing Russian invasion, as well as for Georgia and the South Caucasus region, Degnan expressed holiday season wishes for Georgian citizens.
“Most importantly, I want to wish you success in obtaining the EU membership candidate status. You are close to it”, Kelly Degnan said. 
To be reminded, Georgia applied for EU membership in March along with Ukraine and Moldova, shortly after the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
The country was granted the European perspective by the European Council in June, and given priority conditions related to reforms in the country’s judiciary, electoral and other areas in order to receive the membership candidate status next year.