The European Parliament strongly condemns Georgia's re-introduced 'transparency of foreign influence' law, stating it restricts civil society and independent media.
This law affects organisations receiving over 20% foreign funding, requiring them to register as 'organisations pursuing the interests of a foreign power' and face scrutiny.
The Parliament stresses this law is incompatible with EU values, damages Georgia's reputation, and jeopardises its EU membership aspirations.
EU accession talks should not begin while this law is in effect, and the Parliament urges Georgia to withdraw it and uphold democratic principles.