Georgia to consolidate Caucasus interests

Parliamentary committees and Georgian fractions are discussing a state program to unite interests of Caucasus states. The new government plans to improve ties with Azerbaijan, Armenia and Turkey.

Georgia wants to restore relations with Russia using international mechanisms.

Joining the EU and NATO are a priority of Georgian foreign policy. Contribution to international military operations is considered one of the most important components for protection of national interests. The US is considered the primary ally of the country, according to the program.

The document states full-scale settlement of conflicts, strengthening of democratic institutions and activation of public diplomacy. Negotiations on security should help develop a mechanism within the framework of the OSCE or UN.

Georgia plans to change principles of activities of the Abkhaz and South Ossetian governments operating in Tbilisi. They will be authorized to work with issues of forced migrants.

Voting on the new Cabinet will be held at the parliament on October 25.

Adapted from vestnikkavkaza.net