On November 28, 2024, Georgia’s ruling party, Georgian Dream, announced that it would pause the country’s European Union accession process until 2028.
This decision shocked many, as Georgia has long pursued closer ties with the West. Within an hour of the announcement, thousands of protesters took to the streets in Tbilisi, showing their anger and disappointment.
Many Georgians see this as a betrayal, fearing that their country is moving away from Western alliances and closer to Russia and China.
The protests quickly grew in size, with demonstrators demanding that the government reverse its decision.
U.S. Suspends Partnership with Georgia
In response to Georgia’s move, the United States suspended its Strategic Partnership with the country.
The U.S. State Department warned that Georgia is now more vulnerable to Russian influence. However, this reaction was mostly symbolic, as Washington did not impose strong consequences on the Georgian government.
The Biden administration had repeatedly warned Georgia’s leaders, but it failed to prevent them from taking this drastic step.
This is seen as a foreign policy failure for the U.S., as Georgia has historically been a pro-American ally in a region where Russia and China are expanding their influence.
Georgia’s Shift Toward Russia & China
Georgia has been a key U.S. ally for years, but under Georgian Dream, the government has started aligning with Kremlin interests. This includes:
- Restricting media freedom
- Intimidating opposition leaders
- Passing strict “foreign agent” laws similar to Russia
At the same time, Georgia has been strengthening its economic and security ties with China. China sees Georgia as an important part of its Belt and Road Initiative, which expands Chinese influence in key regions. Georgian Dream has also:
- Given major infrastructure projects to Chinese companies
- Allowed a Chinese company to build the Anaklia Deep Sea Port, keeping U.S. businesses out
These actions move Georgia away from the U.S. and EU while strengthening ties with authoritarian regimes.
Why Georgia is Important to the U.S.?
Georgia’s location makes it strategically important. It is just an hour’s flight from Tehran and has been a key site for U.S. military and intelligence operations.
Previously, Georgia has allowed the U.S. to use its territory for military missions. However, if Georgia shifts toward Russia and China’s sphere of influence, it could weaken U.S. security efforts in the Caucasus, the Middle East, and Europe.
This is why the U.S. must take action to prevent Georgia from fully aligning with Russia and China.
Protests Grow as Georgian Dream Uses Repressive Measures
Georgia’s shift away from the West has led to massive protests across the country. Instead of listening to public concerns, the ruling party has responded with:
- Violent crackdowns on peaceful demonstrators
- Mass arrests of activists and journalists
- Anti-U.S. and anti-Western propaganda
Recently, the government introduced new repressive laws, including:
- Banning protesters from wearing masks
- Restricting media coverage of demonstrations
These moves suggest that the Georgian Dream will do anything to stay in power, even at the cost of silencing its people.
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Trump’s Opportunity to Act
If Donald Trump returns to office in 2025, he will have a chance to correct the U.S. approach toward Georgia. By pressuring the Georgian government, he could:
- Push for new elections
- Support pro-Western opposition groups
- Impose stronger economic and political consequences on the Georgian Dream
Georgia is at a crossroads. If the U.S. does nothing, it may soon become another country under Russian and Chinese influence.
However, if Trump takes decisive action, he could help restore Georgia’s path toward the West.
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