European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has reaffirmed the European Union's openness to Georgia despite concerns over the country's leadership shifting away from pro-European values as the country enters its fourth night of protests.

Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday secured European Parliament backing for her new team at the European Commission, paving the way for her to take office at the start of next month amid mounting challenges in Europe and across the Atlantic.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the vote showed that 'the center is holding' in Brussels, but some experts disagreed.