Georgian Dream’s purges dismantle the state’s Western ties, undermining professional diplomacy and jeopardizing Georgia’s Euro-Atlantic future.
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The Georgian Dream government is systematically dismantling the country’s public service, particularly within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Defense, as part of an effort to undermine Georgia’s institutional ties to the West. These actions, described as more than mere reorganization, are viewed as political purges targeting civil servants loyal to constitutional principles and Euro-Atlantic integration. Key evidence includes the government’s postponement of EU accession talks, leading to internal dissent among diplomats. The MFA has seen numerous dismissals, the closure of units focused on NATO and the EU, and the restructuring of departments responsible for key integration mechanisms. The author argues that this trend represents a deliberate effort to politicize state institutions, potentially leading to Georgia’s geopolitical isolation and advancing Russian influence in the region.
