The Embassy of the European Union in Georgia congratulates His Holiness and Beatitude Shio III on his elevation as Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia.

"The European Union extends its warmest congratulations on the election of His Holiness and Beatitude Shio III as Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia.

The Georgian Orthodox Church has played a key role throughout Georgia`s history to preserve national and cultural identity. At a moment when the world is in great need of moral clarity, reconciliation and hope, we trust that Your Holiness` spiritual guidance and wisdom will be a source of inspiration for all those who seek unity in times of uncertainty and division", - says the Embassy.