On May 11, Irakli Garibashvili, the leader of the ruling Georgian Dream party and former Prime Minister, addressed journalists regarding the draft law on foreign agents, adopting a conciliatory tone towards closer ties with the West while maintaining the Georgian Dream narrative regarding Western-funded organizations potentially acting as agents. 

Garibashvili emphasized the need for more dialogue with Western partners to clarify misunderstandings and reach compromises, stating, "I am in favor of removing the misunderstanding. We must clear it, all the questions between us must be cleared." However, he criticized what he viewed as unfair treatment from Western partners, citing the EU's decision not to grant Georgia candidate status last year.

Expressing his stance on the bill, Garibashvili emphasized his opposition to legalizing actions in the interests of foreign states, labeling such actions as treason regardless of the country involved. He asserted, "For me, serving the interests of a foreign state is treason… no matter which country’s agent it is, whether it’s Russia, America, Africa or Asia. An agent is an agent. That is punishable. That’s treason." Garibashvili advocated for the immediate closure of organizations serving foreign interests and punishment for individuals involved, stressing the importance of loyalty to one's country.

Regarding recent violence in Georgia, Garibashvili attributed it to what he termed the 'impunity syndrome,' condemning those who harass and attack police to provoke them. He characterized these individuals as representatives of the 'fascist' United National Movement Party and 'radical anarchists.' Garibashvili denounced violence against civilians by police officers and condemned orchestrated attacks on politicians and activists, affirming his condemnation of all forms of violence.