Jim Risch, a leading Republican member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, says the Georgian government's decision to refuse EU assistance and conditions raises questions about the future of Georgia and the rule of law, which is necessary to protect every citizen. Senator Risch spoke to VOA about this.
Jim Risch also spoke to VOA about the need to protect the spirit of the April 19 agreement and said that both parties should work to create a better political environment.
In this regard, Risch pointed out the importance of conducting transparent and fair elections on October 2.