2016-11-07
Georgian Prime Minister Giorgi Kvirikashvili had a meeting with General John Nicholson, the Commander of NATO's Resolute Support and United States Forces-Afghanistan. The parties discussed issues pertaining to NATO-Georgia and US-Georgia strategic partnership and prospects of deepening the defense cooperation.
The meeting emphasized the engagement of Georgia's armed forces in the Resolute Support Mission and their contribution to international security. General John Nicholson thanked the Georgian Government for Georgia's military participation in peacemaking efforts and contribution to ensuring global security. The Prime Minister reiterated Georgia's commitment to continuing its active support of world peace and stability.
The parties discussed the situation in the region as well.
Giorgi Kvirikashvil thanked General Nicholson for the United States' unwavering support of Georgia, also pointing out that General John Nicholson's visit demonstrates the importance of US-Georgia bilateral relations and appreciation for Georgia's continued contributions to international security missions.
"First, I would like to thank the Government of Georgia for Georgia's contribution to international security efforts. Georgians have been serving alongside Americans for years in Afghanistan, and we certainly appreciate their contribution. We extend our sympathies to the wounded and mourn those killed. As we continue our mission in Afghanistan, it feels great knowing that we can count on the professionalism of the Georgian soldiers. During our meeting with the Prime Minister and the Defense Minister of Georgia, we discussed our bilateral cooperation. As an American general, I cannot overestimate our appreciation of partnership with Georgia, as clearly demonstrated by the Noble Partner joint trainings, which involved American and British soldiers participating in training together with their Georgian counterparts. The US firmly supports Georgia's territorial integrity and sovereignty," General John Nicholson stated after the meeting.
The meeting, held at the Administration of the Government, was attended by Defense Minister Levan Izoria and Deputy Foreign Minister Davit Zalkaliani of Georgia.
Prime Minister's Press Office