Hungary congratulates the Georgian people for the parliamentary elections on 1 October 2012, which is widely considered as free and fair and despite minor irregularities reflects the will of the Georgian voters. Hungary commends the high level of participation, the professional and transparent administration and the peaceful transition of Government. These elections manifested Georgia’s commitment to the country’s democratic development and set an example for other countries in the region and in the wider Eastern European area.

Hungary fully aligns herself with the Joint Statement of 2 October 2012 by EU High Representative Catherine Ashton and Commissioner Štefan Füle on the results of Georgia’s parliamentary elections and congratulates the Georgian Dream coalition on its election victory. Hungary shares the view that both responsible government and constructive opposition are essential parts of a functioning democratic society and calls on all representatives elected to the new Parliament to work together in the interests of Georgia. Hungary calls on Georgia's political leaders to base their future actions on full compliance with the current constitutional framework.

Hungary joins other Members of the European Union and looks forward to continued close cooperation with Georgia both in the European framework and bilaterally. Hungary is ready to provide further support for the Euro-Atlantic aspirations of Georgia.

(Ministry of Foreign Affairs)