Readout of Vice President Biden’s Call with Georgian President Saakashvili

The Vice President spoke to President Saakashvili earlier today. The Vice President affirmed U.S. support for Georgia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. He encouraged Georgia’s democratic reform process and the desire for an open, transparent, and free process during Georgia’s upcoming elections. The Vice President thanked President Saakashvili for Georgia’s important contribution to the international mission in Afghanistan.