The European Commission's recommendation that Georgia be considered a candidate for EU membership prompted a wave of responses from the country’s Western partners.

In a video statement, HR/VP Josep Borrell highlighted the Georgian people's steadfast dedication to European ideals, noting his observations of numerous EU flags in Tbilisi. He stated that the European Commission recommended granting Georgia EU candidate status and that continued reform efforts could lead to further progress. Georgia's robust administration and active civil society are key strengths in advancing its reform agenda. Borrell underscored the EU's commitment to values like freedom, democracy, and the rule of law, reaffirming support for Georgia's EU journey.

In a joint statement, eight European Parliament members declared that Georgia is Europe and Georgians are Europeans, referencing the European Commission's annual report. They backed the Commission's conditional candidate status recommendation for Georgia, acknowledging some Georgian leaders' and civilians' stronger commitment to Europe despite the government's hesitance in aligning with the EU. They noted that one more step is required for EU candidacy and pledged to ensure that the European Commission and Parliament's support is mirrored in the European Council's December 2023 decision.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili congratulated each other on the Commission's positive assessment, with Zelenskyy highlighting Georgia's participation in a recent peace meeting and advocating for Mikheil Saakashvili's medical treatment access.

In a call with President Zourabichvili, Moldovan President Maia Sandu celebrated Georgia's progress towards EU membership, echoing their shared vision for a future in the EU.

German Ambassador Peter Fischer posted about Georgia moving forward toward the EU Council's decision and eventual membership. Meanwhile, Michael Roth from the German Bundestag critiqued the Georgian government's efforts, viewing the candidate status recommendation as a nod to Georgia's pro-EU society and populace.

The U.S. Embassy in Georgia lauded the progress of Georgia's Euro-Atlantic integration, promising continued U.S. support. France's Ambassador Sheraz Gasri emphasized the need for Georgian authorities to show commitment to the EU path. The Polish Embassy in Georgia congratulated Georgia on the Commission's decision. U.S. Senator Jim Risch commented on the compromise of naming Georgia a candidate under certain conditions, urging the Georgian government to meet the EU's criteria, including fair elections and aligning with EU policies.

Dutch Ambassador to Georgia, Meline Arakelian, highlighted the significance of this step for Georgia's EU integration, with the final decision pending in December. NATO's Javier Colomina congratulated Georgia, recognizing its efforts and commitment to shared values.