Joint Statement on the Fourth Wave of Judicial Reform by the U.S. Embassy and the Delegation of the European Union in Georgia

The U.S. Embassy and the Delegation of the European Union to Georgia welcome the final draft legislation on the “fourth wave” of judicial reforms as a result of a broad consensus achieved in the working group composed of different actors, including the international community, civil society, and the judicial sector. In our view, the draft incorporates our key recommendations, based on best international practices, and aiming to create greater transparency, accountability and independence in Georgia’s judiciary.  We look forward to Parliament passing this legislation and to the judicial institutions implementing it, and we stand ready to assist with the implementation and further reforms.