Foreign Policy: “The Georgian Defence”

"Georgia is also ready for a MAP,” claims Michael Cecire, the author of an article that discusses Russia’s geopolitical chessboard in Eastern Europe and Georgia’s role in the game, published on the Foreign Press website on March 11.

Georgia’s attempt to moderate the relationship will significantly improve the regional security situation. Defence reforms, perspectives to join NATO and improving ties with Israel were emphasized by the author in the article.

The pieces for Georgian accession are already in place. In fact, Georgia's recent progress makes it well positioned for NATO accession, independent of the Ukraine crisis. It has demonstrated its democratic credentials with a series of peaceful transfers of power.Its highly-regarded troops serve in force alongside NATO partners in Afghanistan.

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