The Venice Commission [VC] transformed into a political weapon against nations. Such a statement Speaker of the Georgian Parliament made while talking about the US` decision on withdrawal from 66 organizations.

"The U.S. has pulled out of 66 organisations, which once again affirms our assertion that the international order established after the World War II, comprising various international bodies, is no longer functioning. The debate within these organisations has been effectively disrupted. The US justifies its withdrawal by claiming these organisations are useless and wasteful, which in itself indicates a dilution of their seriousness. It also unequivocally confirms our belief that international order has disintegrated.

The VC, in particular, has become a tool for political manipulation rather than a body for impartial legal guidance. Instead of producing professional, legal assessments, it now issues political opinions aligned with certain agendas. This is especially evident in its reports concerning Georgia, where we have seen political conclusions rather than objective legal analyses. We have addressed this point directly with the VC during our meetings. As a member of the Council of Europe, it is concerning that the VC has shifted from its original mission – from providing expert legal opinions to serving as a political commentator driven by political motives.

The US` decision to withdraw, citing that the Commission is a `useless and wasteful organisation,` further underscores our view that the VC has strayed from its core purpose", - said Shalva Papuashvili.