The Georgian Prime Minister advocated for European integration, but with the preservation of "traditional values"

Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze met with his Hungarian counterpart, Viktor Orbán (whom many consider a pro-Kremlin politician in Europe), in Budapest. As part of his visit, Kobakhidze also participated in the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC).

Speaking at the CPAC conference, the head of the Georgian government emphasized Georgia's commitment to European integration, but noted that this path must be respectful of national heritage, faith, independence, and sovereignty. Kobakhidze expressed hope that Europe will restore its sovereignty, Christian identity, and economic strength before Georgia joins the EU.

The Georgian Prime Minister criticized the "Brussels bureaucracy," calling it intolerant of sovereign governments defending their independence and "traditional values." He cited Hungary as an example of an "authentic" country that has preserved its identity, unlike many European states. Kobakhidze praised Budapest for protecting it from "gender propaganda, migration, and other vices" threatening Europe, and expressed hope for fair parliamentary elections in Hungary, free from interference from Brussels.

Donald Trump also addressed the conference participants, endorsing Viktor Orbán ahead of the parliamentary elections on April 12, 2026. According to sociological data, these elections could be Orbán's toughest in 16 years, with polls showing Péter Magyar's opposition party in the lead.

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