Georgia mulls strategy of relations with North Caucasus peoples

A draft state strategy of relations with the peoples of the North Caucasus has been developed in Georgia. Today, the draft will be discussed at the parliament along with representatives of academic circles.

The goal of the strategy is strengthening relations between the peoples of Georgia and the North Caucasus in culture, education, science, commerce, trade and other spheres.

According to the document, Georgia welcomes tourists from the North Caucasus, and regards their arrival as a step towards the development of relations.

The strategy also notes that Georgia is concerned over the situation in the North Caucasus.

"Georgia agrees with the results of many human rights organizations' researches, according to which the persecution of people on ethnic and political grounds, kidnapping, as well as intimidation is committed in North Caucasus," the document says.


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