Amid an active international agenda, the U.S. Department of State once again reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to “constructive relations with Georgia”, emphasizing the importance of bilateral partnership and its expectation that Tbilisi take “concrete steps” to strengthen ties.

In response to an inquiry from the Georgian outlet Netgazeti, U.S. diplomats noted that for 33 years the United States has remained a reliable partner of Georgia, supporting its independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, and expressed readiness to continue dialogue on issues affecting bilateral relations and the country’s domestic political environment.

The State Department’s comment also underscored Washington’s view of the recent peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan: according to the United States, it opens up “transformational opportunities for the entire South Caucasus”, and Georgia can both contribute to regional stability and significantly benefit from the potential peace and development the agreement may bring.

However, the renewed emphasis on strengthening relations between Tbilisi and Washington comes against the backdrop of several tensions and complex issues. Earlier, the State Department temporarily suspended visa issuance for Georgian citizens as part of a broader policy affecting other countries in the region, and also imposed sanctions on certain individuals linked to the Georgian authorities in response to human rights violations.

According to sources, these statements come at a time when high-level consultations between Georgia and the United States are ongoing: representatives of Georgia’s foreign policy agency in Washington are discussing specific steps to demonstrate political commitment to strengthening relations, including in light of current challenges and expectations from the U.S. administration.

 

Overall, the State Department’s position remains unchanged: Washington seeks a stable, constructive partnership with Georgia and will continue working with Tbilisi on issues of mutual interest, while expecting the Georgian authorities to reaffirm their commitment to shared principles.

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15.02.2026 07:51