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“I rule out involvement of Bidzina Ivanishvili, because he combatted elite corruption in the country” – Irakli Kobakhidze on the case of Omega Group
The chairperson of the Georgian Parliament, Irakli Kobakhidze asserts the government of Georgia will never stand corruption in the country, when commenting on the developments around Omega Group and Iberia TV Company.
“Many names were voiced. We have a task to dismiss all questions, probe into those questions and answer them. This is our task. We will not stand corruption in our country, of course. Therefore, if there is even one question, this should be responded by relevant agencies, this should be examined and answered”, - Irakli Kobakhidze told journalists.
When asked if he ruled out the possible involvement of Bidzina Ivanishvili in those processes, Kobakhidze said he did. He asserted that thanks to the endeavors of the former prime minister the elite corruption was defeated in the country.
“I state this right now – I rule this out! This is absolutely ruled out because I know the principles of Mr. Bidzina Ivanishvili, I know his approach to business. He is the person who ensured destruction of elite corruption in our country”, - Kobakhidze said.
When asked about the possible involvement of former minister Kumsishvili in the same processes, Kobakhidze’s response was that the investigation would give answers to this question.
“As for the other names, this should be examined by the investigation agencies and we, the parliament, in frames of our competence, will observe this case”, - parliament speaker said.