Statement by the Spokesperson on the meeting between the Foreign Ministers of Georgia and Russia

26.09.2019
Brussels

Statement by the Spokesperson on the meeting between the Foreign Ministers of Georgia and Russia

This morning's meeting between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia, David Zalkaliani, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, Sergey Lavrov, was an important opportunity to discuss regional security issues, to lower tensions in Georgia-Russia relations, and to address the impact of these tensions on citizens. Dialogue is key for peaceful dispute settlement, which the European Union fully supports.

Moving forward, it is important that all actors engage constructively to alleviate the situation of the conflict-affected population in Georgia. It is in this respect essential that their human rights, including freedom of movement, are fully respected.

The European Union reiterates its firm support to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Georgia within its internationally recognised borders.