Bezuashvili emphasized the importance of NATO and EU integration for the stability and security of Georgia. He said the Georgian public would respond well to a strong message from NATO, in the form of its Membership Action Plan.  Bezuashvili also said EU integration is instrumental to shaping Georgia's institutions and economy, even if the implementation process might take a longer time than NATO integration.

Georgia's key foreign policy priorities, according to Bezuashvili, are ensuring the country's economic and the energy security.  Due to the destruction of the two main Russian gas pipelines and one important electricity line to Georgia in the North-Caucasus the previous Sunday, he criticised the destructive role of Russia in the region but admitted that engaging Russia would be indispensable for the establishment of democracy and security. Bezuashvili explicitly asked for Germany's active role on this front.

Baas underscored the importance of Georgian cooperation with Russia in order to find a solution for the frozen conflicts and to build confidence.  Furthermore, he encouraged Georgia to consider the Black Sea aspect in terms of energy policy.  The Russian energy capacity won’t be enough for Europe. The ensuing discussion centered around the role of Russia and the importance of regional cooperation.