On the occasion of Georgia's Independence Day, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken called on Georgian leaders to take the necessary steps to move the country forward in the right direction. Blinken reaffirmed the United States' unwavering commitment to Georgia’s sovereignty, democratic development, and aspirations for a Euro-Atlantic future.

"Throughout the 32 years of our bilateral relationship, the United States has shown unwavering commitment to Georgia’s democratic, prosperous future, and has been among the strongest supporters of Georgia’s sovereignty and integrity," Blinken stated.

He highlighted the United States' support for Georgia in strengthening its economy, democracy, and defense capabilities against Russian aggression. Blinken also emphasized the significance of the past year, during which Georgia achieved European Union candidate status, marking a milestone for the country.

"It has been an important twelve months for the people of Georgia, including Georgia’s historic achievement of European Union candidate status," Blinken noted. "The next several months will be pivotal in seeing this opportunity become real. The United States will continue to strongly support the aspirations of the Georgian people for a Euro-Atlantic future. We urge Georgia’s leaders to take the steps necessary to move Georgia forward in the right direction."

Blinken reaffirmed the United States' firm commitment to supporting Georgia in building a secure, prosperous European democracy “that its citizens overwhelmingly desire and richly deserve”.

"On this day of celebration for Georgians everywhere, I reaffirm the United States’ firm commitment to helping Georgia build the secure, prosperous European democracy its citizens overwhelmingly desire and so richly deserve," Blinken concluded.