STATEMENT OF THE DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER, MINISTER FOR FOREIGN AFFAIRS OF GEORGIA, MAKA BOTCHORISHVILI AT THE SIXTH SUMMIT OF THE INTERNATIONAL CRIMEA PLATFORM

Excellencies, 
Distinguished colleagues, 
Ladies and Gentlemen,

It is an honor for me to be here today, to participate in this important meeting, and to represent Georgia.

For Georgia, the issue of Ukraine is not simply one item of international agenda. 

We know all too well what it means when a state’s sovereignty and territorial integrity are violated.

That is precisely why the united and resolute position of the international community in support of Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity is of particular importance to us.

For decades, Georgia itself has experienced the consequences of the erosion of the international order and the disregard of the international norms and principles. 

Russia’s occupation of two regions of Georgia continues to this day and remains one of the most serious security challenges for our country.

We know how devastating the impact of occupation can be—for individuals, for families, and for society as a whole. 

Because of this experience, Georgia attaches particular importance to solidarity, respect for international law, and a steadfast commitment to the principles upon which a peaceful and secure international order must be built.

The International Crimea Platform is an important forum for sustaining international attention to Ukraine and, more importantly, for translating our shared commitment into concrete actions.

Georgia is committed to peace and conflict resolution, and we appreciate the steadfast international support for these efforts.

We welcome all genuine efforts aimed at ending the war and achieving a lasting peace—a peace grounded in the principles of the UN Charter and international law.

Georgia stands firmly with the Ukrainian people and reaffirms its unwavering support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders.

Thank you.