“It’s a complete disaster in Europe. Laws are being enacted that restrict freedom of expression, and I sincerely hope these trends will reverse, ensuring better protection for freedoms such as speech and expression in the future,” said Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze in Mukhatgverdi, commenting on the new legislation enacted across Europe.

The Prime Minister criticised European nations for claiming to champion freedom of expression while simultaneously enacting laws that curtail it.

“Certain countries profess to defend free speech but are introducing legislation that limits it. Look at how far European bureaucracy has advanced. It’s a disaster, and I hope that these trends will turn around, leading to greater protection of fundamental freedoms, including freedom of speech and expression, in the future,” he added.