UK PM in a letter for Garibashvili on 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations: Putin’s assault on Ukraine intensifies challenges for Georgia

UK PM Boris Johnson has sent a letter to Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Garibashvili dedicated to the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries, saying that “Vladimir Putin’s  unprovoked, premeditated and barbaric assault on Ukraine further intensifies the challenges that Georgia has bravely faced for many years.” 

He stated that the UK and the international community were standing against the Russian aggression, defending freedom, democracy and sovereignty of states across the world. 

“Let me also assure you that we remain steadfast in our support for Georgia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity,” Johnson said. 

Johnson stated that over the past 30 years, the United Kingdom and Georgia have been working together to develop an important partnership that spans many areas,” including politics, trade, economy, security, defense, education and culture.

He stated that Georgia’s progress since the restoration of independence “is remarkable.” 

Johnson said that the relations between the two countries have “expanded and flourished,” pointing at the annual format of Wardrop Strategic Dialogue, as well as a new bilateral partnership and cooperation agreement. 

“We also value  our cooperation on regional and global issues, including environmental and climate change,” he said.

Georgia is marking the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations with dozens of states this year.