You can recall how OSCE/ODIHR became the target of an attack at the time when it reached conclusions regarding the parliamentary elections. Perhaps they no longer wanted such headaches. Such a statement made today the Prime Minister of Georgia.

“Regarding OSCE/ODIHR, we were waiting for the registration deadlines to expire. After this, an invitation was sent to OSCE/ODIHR. I think one month was quite a normal timeframe for the mission to be assembled. In reality, this takes days. Excessive bureaucracy hampers Europe, yet it is entirely feasible to assemble a mission, address all issues, and carry out the observation within just one month.

However, I understand that all this was a serious challenge for OSCE/ODIHR. You’ll remember how OSCE/ODIHR became the target of an attack at the time when it reached conclusions regarding the parliamentary elections. Perhaps they no longer wanted such headaches. We approach OSCE/ODIHR’s position with understanding”, - said Irakli Kobakhidze.