Georgia rejects non-aggression pact with Abkhazia, South Ossetia, stands firm on peaceful sovereignty

In a firm stance on its territorial integrity, the Georgian government has categorically refused to enter into a non-aggression agreement with the breakaway regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia.

Speaking to reporters, Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze emphasized that Tbilisi remains steadfast in its position that the only viable path to restoring the country’s sovereignty over these territories is through peaceful means, Caliber.Az reports, citing Russian media.

“Of course, we are not prepared to sign such a non-aggression pact. We do not regard such agreements as meaningful or constructive,” Kobakhidze stated, underscoring the government’s rejection of any formal arrangements that might imply recognition or legitimization of the separatist entities.

“Our position is clear: the restoration of Georgia’s territorial integrity can only be achieved peacefully. There is no room for negotiation or discussion on any document that contradicts this principle.”

The Georgian government has reaffirmed its refusal to engage in direct dialogue with the separatist authorities of Sukhumi and Tskhinvali, while categorically rejecting any recognition of their claimed independence. Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze emphasized that official Tbilisi remains unwavering in its stance on maintaining Georgia’s territorial integrity and sovereignty over Abkhazia and South Ossetia.

“We have no intention to enter into direct negotiations with the administrations in Sukhumi and Tskhinvali, nor will we acknowledge their self-declared independence,” Kobakhidze stated, reiterating Georgia’s commitment to resolving the conflict exclusively through peaceful and lawful means.

This position stands in contrast to assertions made by Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova, who recently advocated for the conclusion of a legally binding agreement whereby Georgia would renounce the use of force against Abkhazia and South Ossetia. Zakharova described such an agreement as a crucial step towards ensuring that the tragic hostilities of August 2008 would never recur, and as a foundation for normalizing relations within the Tbilisi-Sukhumi-Tskhinvali triangle.

By Vafa Guliyeva