European Union Policy and Geopolitical Realities of Georgia

In parallel with the geopolitical changes that have occurred at the global level, the functions and tasks of international organizations have also undergone significant developments and transformations. It is imperative to underscore the pivotal role of the European Union in fostering global peace and stability. In the 21st century, several global actors are modifying their political approaches towards Georgia, thereby influencing the geopolitical landscape. Global and regional actors in world politics are engaged in a competitive process to secure a dominant position in the South Caucasus and expand their spheres of influence. It is important to note that the significance of Caspian energy resources is increasing in the context of the current global situation. This makes Georgia an important and intriguing partner in the region. In the most difficult conditions, when 20% of Georgian territory is occupied by the Russian Federation, the country's membership in NATO is a goal of strategic importance and the creation of a worthy place for the country in the Euro-Atlantic structures is the most important strategic and political task (Mikadze, 2021). This article has three objectives: to define the EU enlargement policy, analyze the dynamics of the development of relations between Georgia and the EU, and present the modern challenges of Georgia's integration into the EU. The theory of social constructivism posits that individuals' consciousness and experience are shaped by their knowledge and evaluation of events. In light of the aforementioned considerations, the research question can be formulated as follows: What is the pivotal importance of EU enlargement for Georgia, considering the geopolitical context? The objective of this article is to examine EU policy and the geopolitical context of Georgia. To gain a deeper understanding of the subject matter, Richard Cohen's Cooperative Security Theory was employed, which puts forth two dominant concepts of international security, namely:  collective defense;  individual security. Furthermore, it is imperative to acknowledge the maintenance of global stability as a fundamental aspect of this security paradigm. To achieve the aforementioned objective, the article is divided into five sections. The initial section provides an overview of the challenges associated with EU enlargement and analyzes the potential advantages and disadvantages. The subsequent section presents a comprehensive analysis of the geopolitical context in Georgia.