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Wilson Advocates for Georgia's Role Amid China, Russia Tensions

4/22/2026

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Wilson Advocates Georgia

U.S. Representative Joe Wilson emphasized Georgia's pivotal role in global geopolitics in an interview with RFE/RL.
He and U.S. Representative Steve Cohen introduced the Countering China’s Control Of The Caucasus Act to assess Russian and Chinese influence in Georgia.
Wilson expressed concern that the Georgian Dream party aligns with adversaries, especially over Anaklia Deep Sea Port.
Despite Senate delays, he remains hopeful for passage, noting the MEGOBARI Act previously garnered significant support.

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Wilson Advocates Georgia

U.S. Representative Joe Wilson emphasized Georgia's pivotal role in global geopolitics in an interview with RFE/RL.
He and U.S. Representative Steve Cohen introduced the Countering China’s Control Of The Caucasus Act to assess Russian and Chinese influence in Georgia.
Wilson expressed concern that the Georgian Dream party aligns with adversaries, especially over Anaklia Deep Sea Port.
Despite Senate delays, he remains hopeful for passage, noting the MEGOBARI Act previously garnered significant support.

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