Georgian, British FMs review ties, Euro-Atlantic integration
The officials “noted with satisfaction” the “traditionally friendly and partnerly ties” established between the two countries, the Georgian foreign office said. Photo: MFA of Georgia
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Partnership ties between Georgia and the United Kingdom were discussed on Wednesday in a meeting between the Georgian Foreign Minister Ilia Darchiashvili and his British counterpart James Cleverly on the sidelines of the ongoing NATO Vilnius Summit.
The officials “noted with satisfaction” the “traditionally friendly and partnerly ties” established between the two countries, the Georgian foreign office said.
Very glad to meet my colleague and dear friend @JamesCleverly. We had an opportunity to touch upon the perspectives for further developing ???????? ???????? relations. We highly value the partnership between Georgia and the UK and are grateful for your firm support. pic.twitter.com/yFee5VfDAi
— Ilia Darchiashvili (@iliadarch) July 12, 2023
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