British Ambassador: UK “strong supporter” of Georgia’s NATO integration

Mark Clayton, the British Ambassador to Georgia, on Wednesday said his Government was a “strong supporter” of Georgia’s NATO integration process. 

“We heartily welcome Georgia being granted the European Union membership candidate status. Georgia is also focusing on its intention to join NATO. Great Britain is a strong supporter of this”, Clayton said. 

Clayton also highlighted areas for the Georgian Government to keep a focus on as the country was continuing to progress towards joining the bloc.

“The first is continued progress in terms of democracy and reforms. As for the EU, it is very important for NATO as well. Because NATO is a political and military alliance, much attention is paid to tanks, but respect for democracy is central to this organisation”, he said. 

The British diplomat stressed the latter was an area where Georgia should continue to progress, while also noting the significance of the military aspect.