Georgian FM responds to media ‘misinterpretation’, says Georgia 'not considering to participate' in regional platform with Russia

Considering the high public interest, in particular, the international community, the Ministry publishes the letter sent to media platforms. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge

Agenda.ge, 09 Oct 2021 - 18:56, Tbilisi,Georgia

The Georgian Foreign Ministry says that statements made by FM David Zalkaliani during a recent interview about a cooperation format proposed by Turkey and Iran which would include Azerbaijan, Armenia, Georgia and Russia has been ‘misinterpreted’ by the media.

Reiterating that Georgia is not considering to participate in the so-called 3+3 format with Russia, the foreign ministry announced earlier today that the country has ‘an important role and function to perform in the region’. 

Reference here is to our participation in the strategically important projects which play a significant role in connecting Asia and Europe, and substantially contribute to Georgia’s economic and political independence”, the statement reads.

It further says that the Georgian Prime Minister's proposal for the peaceful neighbourhood initiative at the recent UN General Assembly is based on the principles of mutual respect and equality and is aimed to restore peace and stability in the region.