Blinken vows support for Georgia’s sovereignty, territorial integrity on country’s Independence Day

The United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Thursday Congratulated the people of Georgia on Independence Day and vowed support for the country’s territorial integrity and sovereignty.

In his message, Blinken said the Georgian people understood “deeply” the value of independence and freedom.  

Despite Russia’s ongoing occupation of 20 percent of Georgia, the people of Georgia have shown a firm determination to pursue a Euro-Atlantic future.  We condemn Russia’s aggression against Georgia, and we steadfastly support Georgia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders,” the statement by the Secretary of State said.

The American official noted his country had been “proud” to support Georgia’s efforts to advance democratic development, diversify its economy, and build a “prosperous future” throughout the 30 years of bilateral relationship.  

In his congratulatory letter, Blinken also evoked the two countries’ security cooperation, pointing out “our countries have also worked side by side in support of global and regional security.”

On this day of celebration for Georgians everywhere, I reaffirm the United States’ continuing commitment to partnering with Georgia on its path to Euro-Atlantic integration,” he concluded.