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Georgia's Journey Towards EU Membership

A Strong Partnership with the European Union

Georgia's relationship with the European Union (EU) has been steadily growing over the years. In 2014, the EU and Georgia established a Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Area (DCFTA), which has boosted trade and economic cooperation between the two parties.

Moreover, Georgian citizens have enjoyed visa-free travel to the Schengen area since 2017, further strengthening people-to-people ties.

Georgia's Application for EU Membership

In March 2022, Georgia took a significant step towards closer integration with the EU by applying for membership status. This application was motivated by Georgia's desire for political and economic alignment with the European project.

Candidate Status and Next Steps

In December 2023, Georgia was granted candidate status by the EU. This decision recognizes Georgia's progress in meeting the criteria for membership, particularly in the areas of democracy, human rights, and rule of law.

As a candidate country, Georgia is expected to undertake reforms and implement necessary changes to align its policies and practices with EU standards. The EU has provided a roadmap for this process through its Commission recommendation, which outlines specific steps that Georgia must take.

Georgia's journey towards EU membership is ongoing, and the progress it has made to date is a testament to its commitment to European values and its desire for deeper integration with the EU's political, economic, and social frameworks.