Hungarian PM Orbán commends Georgia for avoiding 'second Ukraine' scenario: Video
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has commended Georgia for its recent parliamentary elections, praising the country for avoiding the fate of becoming a "second Ukraine."
During his visit to Tbilisi on October 29, Orbán expressed strong support for the ruling Georgian Dream party, which secured a controversial victory in the elections held on October 26.
Orbán's visit comes at a time of significant tension and controversy. The election results have been heavily disputed and sparked widespread protests in Tbilisi.
Demonstrators have accused the ruling party of electoral fraud, alleging that the vote was rigged with the assistance of Russia.
Despite these allegations, Orbán declared the elections "free and democratic," a stance that has drawn criticism from several EU member states.
“I look at the debate that has erupted around the election, I read the evaluations of international organizations, and I see that no one dares to question that this election was a free and democratic choice,” Orbán said.
In his remarks, Orbán also highlighted Georgia's strategic decisions and political stability, contrasting it with the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
"I congratulate you that while you have a pro-EU policy, you did not allow your country to become a second Ukraine," he added.
The international response to the Georgian elections has been mixed. While Orbán has praised the outcome, the European Union and the United States have called for a thorough investigation into the alleged irregularities.
The EU has expressed concerns over voter intimidation and ballot box stuffing, urging Georgian authorities to ensure transparency and fairness in the electoral process.
