Thread by @terjehelland

🇬🇪With Gakharia’s "For Georgia" party's recent decision to sign the Georgian Charter, all major opposition coalitions have united under one banner. President Salome @Zourabichvili_S has succeeded in uniting the entire Georgian opposition.
🧵Let’s explore what this means.
1/21

💡 The Charter is more than just a document; it’s a roadmap for progress, embodying a shared commitment to a European path and standing as a counter to the anti-Western rhetoric from GD.
Now, the entire opposition is united under this Charter:

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📅 October 26 will be a defining moment in Georgian politics, as the Charter unites pro-Western parties against the Eurosceptic and pro-Russian policies of the ruling Georgian Dream @GeorgianDream41.
The stakes couldn't be higher!

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🛑 The Charter represents a promise to repeal laws that contradict Georgia's European path, like the infamous "foreign influence" law. This is a direct response to the EU's demands for political transparency and integrity.
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🌐 The EU has laid out nine recommendations for Georgia to start accession talks. The Charter is a step-by-step guide to fulfilling these requirements, signaling that Georgia is ready to meet European standards.
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🔎 Reforming the justice system, ending "clan rule," and ensuring an independent judiciary are central goals. These align perfectly with the EU’s demand for judicial reforms as a prerequisite for membership candidacy.
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✊ The Charter calls for repealing politically motivated cases against protestors and implementing amnesty. This move resonates with the EU’s emphasis on human rights and democratic values. It’s a step towards healing.
7/21
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💼 Another core pillar is the reform of the Supreme Council of Justice, stripping it of excessive powers that have undermined judicial independence. These actions directly address the EU's concerns over Georgia's judiciary.
8/21

💰 Georgia's path to the EU has been blocked by corruption and political influence. The Charter’s plan to strengthen anti-corruption agencies and make them independent from the executive branch hits the bullseye on EU requirements.
9/21

📊 By establishing an independent National Bank, the Charter aims to restore financial stability and transparency, which is a key EU demand. This ensures that no single party can manipulate Georgia's economy for political gain.
10/21

🇬🇪 The opposition’s unity around the Charter shows that Georgia's pro-European parties are ready to leave behind their differences for the greater good. This is exactly the spirit that Georgia needs to move forward.
11/21

🔄 However, the Charter isn’t just about policies; it’s about shifting Georgia’s political culture. It sets a precedent for compromise, collaboration, and shared responsibility—values that lie at the heart of the EU.
12/21

🤝 President Zurabishvili’s role in crafting and advocating for the Charter can't be understated. Her vision for a "unity without unification" calls for collective action without forcing parties into rigid alliances.
13/21
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💬 This isn’t just about defeating Georgian Dream; it's about offering an alternative vision that aligns with Georgia’s European🇪🇺 aspirations. The Charter is a promise to the Georgian people: that change is possible.
14/21

🌿 The Charter's emphasis on empowering local authorities addresses the EU's call for decentralization, ensuring that decisions aren't concentrated in Tbilisi but reflect the voices of all Georgians.
15/21

🤝 The road to the EU demands a bipartisan culture of compromise. The Charter is an opportunity to foster that culture, but it will require the willingness to listen, engage, and act beyond party lines.
16/21

🔥 When Georgian Dream soon is ousted, there should not be a place for revenge politics. True European values mean reconciliation, not retribution.
It’s time to build bridges, not burn them.
17/21

🌟🌟 The Georgian Charter offers a vision for a brighter future, but it's up to the Georgian people and their leaders to make it a reality.
While the EU door may be closed for now, it will open again—Georgia must be ready to take the steps to walk through it.
18/21

🛤️ This October, Georgia has the chance to set itself back on the path to Europe. It’s not just an election—it’s a choice about the kind of country Georgia wants to be. Many hope they choose unity, progress, and a European future.
19/21

✨ The Charter represents something truly unique in European election history: a complete opposition uniting in a "take the country back on track" mode. This unity is a powerful statement of Georgia’s determination to reclaim its European destiny.
20/21

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