Georgian FM congratulates James Cleverly on appointment as UK Home Secretary
In his social media post, Darchiashvili expressed gratitude to the former FM for his “continued support” for the country, as well as his “friendship and contribution” in enhancing the strategic cooperation between Georgia and the UK. Photo: MFA of Georgia
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Georgian Foreign Minister Ilia Darchiashvili on Monday congratulated James Cleverly on being appointed as the United Kingdom Home Secretary.
Cleverly was appointed by the UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, and replaced Suella Braverman on the position.
Grateful to you, dear @JamesCleverly, for your continued support for Georgia, as well as for your friendship and contribution in enhancing ???????????????? strategic cooperation. I wish you the best of luck for new beginnings!
— Ilia Darchiashvili (@iliadarch) November 13, 2023
In his social media post, Darchiashvili expressed gratitude to the former FM for his “continued support” for the country, as well as his “friendship and contribution” in enhancing the strategic cooperation between Georgia and the UK.
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