TBILISI, November 28. /TASS/. Georgia intends to retain its pragmatic approach in relations with Russia, acting Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze said.

"Certainly, we will follow a pragmatic approach when it comes to Georgian-Russian relations. A pragmatic policy is one of the most important tools for us to maintain peace and protect our strategic interests. The settlement of the conflict between Georgia and Russia will certainly remain among the most important priorities," he said, presenting the government’s program in parliament.

Parliamentary elections were held in Georgia on October 26, with the use of electronic ballot boxes for the first time. According to the Central Election Commission, the ruling Georgian Dream-Democratic Georgia party received 53.93% of the vote and secured 89 seats in parliament out of 150. Four opposition parties passed the five-percent threshold: Coalition for Change had 11.03% and 19 seats, Unity-National Movement — 10.17% and 16 seats, Strong Georgia — 8.81% and 14 seats, and Gakharia for Georgia — 7.78% and 12 seats.

All opposition parties that have entered parliament refuse to recognize the results of the elections because they believe the Central Election Commission’s data was tampered with.