Levan Davitashvili, Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development said Georgia’s situation could not be considered in the other countries’ context.

Following the meeting with the EU Ambassadors, Vice PM said that “open, frank talks” focused on the geopolitical situation, resumption of Russia-Georgia direct flights and compliance with internationally imposed sanctions on Russia.

According to Levan Davitashvili, Georgia directly bordered the Russian Federation, and customs control was strict at the Larsi checkpoint.

“Georgia is a reliable partner in the enforcement of international sanctions. However, new connection points appear now at the airports of Tbilisi, Kutaisi and Batumi,” he said, explaining that Georgia’s situation was specific about economic and trade relations.

“We may disagree on certain matters. Our situation, however, cannot be compared to that of EU member states. First and foremost, Georgia is not a member of the European Union; nonetheless, we have applied for EU membership and have made great progress in this regard. We hope that our European counterparts appreciate this development, although it should be noted that the environment in Georgia is rather different. Our circumstance is distinctive, whether in terms of security or economic connections,” Davitashvili remarked.

The Vice PM said the Georgian government was open to a dialogue to resolve any differences.

“We, partners, can talk to each other frankly and directly,” he said.

EU Ambassador to Georgia, Pawel Herczynski, conveyed the message to the Georgian Vice PM on Monday that 27 EU member states regretted the Georgian government’s decision to accept the resumption of Russia-Georgia direct flights.