ALDE resolution calls on "Georgian Dream" to "end the ban on opposition parties, immediately release political prisoners, repeal the foreign agents law, and hold new elections"
The ALDE Party has adopted a resolution titled "Protecting Political Pluralism and Ending Political Repression in Georgia."
Through this document, ALDE calls on the Georgian authorities to "end the ban on opposition parties, release political prisoners, and call new elections."
"We condemn: 'Georgian Dream's' authoritarian repressions, including court proceedings aimed at banning parties, politically motivated persecution, penalties for online criticism, restrictions on civic space, and impunity for the abuse of force, all of which violate international standards.
We call for:
An end to the banning of opposition parties, including circumvention through successor parties, and political exclusion based on party affiliation or employment by foreign-funded organizations; political participation must be guaranteed.
The immediate and unconditional release of political prisoners and those detained for exercising their fundamental rights.
The dropping of politically motivated sabotage charges against opposition leaders, the protection of peaceful demonstrators, journalists, human rights defenders, and international organizations, and ensuring the monitoring of fair, independent court proceedings.
An end to detentions and disproportionate fines for peaceful protests and expression, including online criticism; punitive provisions must be repealed.
The repeal of repressive foreign agents and funding restrictions; the restoration of the ability for independent media, civil society, and human rights defenders to operate freely; the implementation of Venice Commission and OSCE recommendations; and independent investigations into torture, ill-treatment, and attacks.
The holding of new, free, and fair parliamentary elections with impartial administration, international observation, unrestricted opposition participation, and protection against intimidation," the document states.
The text of the resolution was distributed by the press service of the "Droa" party.
