Mikheil Kavelashvili

My sincere thanks to President @RTErdogan for the warm greetings conveyed while flying through Georgian airspace. As close neighbours, Georgia and Türkiye share a deep-rooted partnership and a joint commitment to fostering peace, stability, and cooperation in our region. I am confident our nations' friendship will continue to flourish, grounded in mutual respect and shared interests.

🇬🇪🇧🇬 I warmly congratulate @IlianaIotova on her victory in the presidential election of the Republic of Bulgaria and wish her every success in her new role, as well as peace, prosperity and continued progress for the Bulgarian people. 🇬🇪🤝🇧🇬 I highly value the longstanding friendship and close people-to-people ties between Georgia and Bulgaria. I am confident that our joint efforts will further strengthen bilateral cooperation, particularly in promoting stability and connectivity in the Black Sea region.

I express my deepest sorrow over the loss of life caused by the train collision in Spain’s province of Toledo. I extend my sincere condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives and wish the injured a speedy recovery. At this difficult time, Georgia stands in solidarity with the Spanish people 🇬🇪 🇪🇸

I extend my sincere condolences on the passing of His Majesty King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV of Tooro. My heartfelt sympathies go to the Royal Family, the people of Tooro and the people of Uganda🇺🇬🇬🇪

My deepest condolences to the Royal Family and the people of Norway on the passing of His Majesty King Harald V. Georgia🇬🇪 stands in solidarity with Norway🇳🇴 during this time of sorrow.

My heartfelt condolences on the devastating floods and landslides along the Nepal-Tibet border. Our thoughts are with the victims, missing, and affected families. Georgia stands in firm solidarity with the people of Nepal and China during this tragic time.

I am deeply saddened by the tragic loss of newborn lives in a fire at a state hospital in Islamabad. On behalf of Georgia 🇬🇪, I extend my deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to the families of the victims and to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan 🇵🇰 at this difficult time.

I hosted the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, during his first official state visit to Georgia. I am confident that this historic visit will mark a new stage in the development of bilateral relations between Georgia and Turkmenistan.

A credentials presentation ceremony for resident and non-resident ambassadors was held at the Presidential Palace of Georgia. The credentials were presented by the resident and non-resident ambassadors of eight countries: the Republic of Türkiye, Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Republic of India, the Republic of Guinea, the Republic of The Gambia, the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, and the Republic of Paraguay. Following the official ceremony, I wished the ambassadors success in their future diplomatic missions. The event was attended by the Head of the Presidential Administration, Ketevan Kvinikadze, and the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, George Zurabashvili. Read more: president.ge/en/news/310

The attempted attack in Washington is categorically unacceptable, and I condemn it. Such acts of violence threaten not only specific individuals but also state institutions, the democratic order, and public stability. It is of utmost importance that the President @POTUS, the First Lady @FLOTUS, and all those present at the event are safe.

Within the framework of the Regional Ecological Summit in Astana, I visited the International Exhibition of Green and Sustainable Solutions together with the leaders of other participating countries. The exhibition was hosted by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. It was held at the International Exhibition Center, where the pavilions featured thematic displays on water, artificial intelligence and smart cities, waste management, environmental technologies, agriculture, green construction and related fields. I attended the International Exhibition of Green and Sustainable Solutions together with the Minister of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia, Davit Songulashvili.

I addressed the participants of the 2026 Regional Ecological Summit. I expressed my gratitude to the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan and to President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev for organizing this important summit.   As I emphasized in my remarks, environmental protection today is no longer merely a subject of political discourse; rather, it exerts a tangible impact on our economies, as well as on the daily lives of our societies and citizens.   Climate change, water security, the risks associated with biodiversity loss and environmental pollution are deeply interconnected challenges that increasingly strain the resilience of our societies and the stability of our economies.   I noted that, in this context, Georgia offers a clear vision grounded in the strengthening of environmental governance, the advancement of climate policy, and the promotion of green and inclusive growth. These priorities constitute an integral component of our national strategic documents and reaffirm our steadfast commitment to the principles of sustainable development.   As I stated in my address, over the past decade we have significantly expanded the coverage of protected areas, which now exceeds 13% of the country’s territory, while protected ecosystems account for approximately 23%.   Our objective is to increase this figure to 30% by 2035, fully aligning with internationally established targets.   I underscored that Georgia is in the process of transitioning to a circular and resource-efficient economy.   In January 2026, the country introduced specific restrictions on single-use plastic products, representing a significant step toward reducing environmental pollution. Another key priority is the reform of water resource management. We are investing in infrastructure to expand access to safe drinking water and to enhance wastewater treatment capacities, thereby enabling more effective protection of our rivers and natural ecosystems.   Agriculture and rural development remain central to the sustainable development agenda. We are firmly committed to modernizing irrigation systems and to promoting climate-resilient practices, alongside the adoption of innovative technologies.   We believe that these efforts will yield positive outcomes both at the national level and across the broader region, particularly in terms of fostering stability and advancing progress.   I also noted that the South Caucasus is acquiring increasing strategic importance, owing to its potential for connectivity and cooperation. Georgia, which has historically served as a bridge linking diverse regions, cultures, and markets, continues to reinforce this role by fostering a stable and predictable environment in which long-term development delivers tangible benefits to all stakeholders without exception.   For Georgia, sustainable development is not merely an international obligation, but a central priority of state policy. Accordingly, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals constitute an integral component of the country’s long-term development vision.   Georgia’s cooperation with the United Nations plays a pivotal role in this process. Georgia was among the first countries to present its Voluntary National Review at the High-Level Political Forum, thereby demonstrating its consistent commitment to the 2030 Agenda.   In my address, I underscored that effective governance systems and robust institutional frameworks are of little value in the absence of peace and stability. We believe this is particularly important in the context of today’s highly unstable global environment, which presents significant challenges to development and cooperation.   🔗 Read more: president.ge/en/news/295

In Astana, I held a meeting with the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. During the meeting, we discussed bilateral relations and the prospects for deepening cooperation across various sectors. As I noted, the Middle Corridor holds significant potential for expansion, and advancing this route requires intensified joint efforts. We noted that the traditional friendship that has linked the two countries across various fields for many years requires the signing of a strategic partnership document. I expressed my gratitude to the President of Kazakhstan for his country’s unwavering support for Georgia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. I also congratulated Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on the successful conduct of the referendum on the adoption of the new Constitution, noting that it will further strengthen statehood, enhance institutional effectiveness, and, under his leadership, contribute to sustainable socio-economic development.

I am currently in Astana, the capital of the Republic of Kazakhstan, on an official working visit together with a delegation, where I will participate in a regional environmental summit. At Astana International Airport, we were welcomed by the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Olzhas Bektenov, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yermukhambet Konuspayev, and the Mayor of Astana, Zhenis Kassymbek. I will address the participants at the plenary session of the regional environmental summit. Within the framework of the forum, which is organized in partnership with the United Nations, leaders from various countries will discuss the challenges posed by climate change and the importance of coordinated efforts to address these emerging issues. Particular attention will also be devoted to connectivity, which is of critical importance for landlocked countries. The summit is attended by the Presidents of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Mongolia and Armenia, as well as the Prime Minister of Azerbaijan. The forum’s speakers also include senior representatives of various international organizations. Within the framework of the working visit, I will meet with the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The Georgian delegation includes the Minister of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia, Davit Songulashvili, the Head of the Presidential Administration, Ketevan Kvinikadze, and the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Alexander Khvtisiashvili.

I held a meeting at the Presidential Palace with a delegation of the Interparliamentary Assembly on Orthodoxy. During the meeting, which was attended by representatives from Greece, Romania, Cyprus, North Macedonia and Egypt, we discussed the Assembly’s recent activities and its planned future initiatives. We also underscored the importance of the Assembly’s work, noting that it is oriented toward safeguarding Christian values in the context of global economic and social crises, as well as toward promoting social justice and democratic processes. As I noted during the meeting, Orthodox Christianity constitutes, for our countries, not merely a religious confession but an integral component of our cultural identity, traditions and historical memory. In a rapidly changing world, our nations, by standing on this firm foundation, safeguard their national interests and sovereignty. I once again expressed my gratitude to the members of the delegation for their steadfast support for Georgia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. I also spoke about the merits and contributions of His Holiness and Beatitude Ilia II and thanked the delegation members for their sincere condolences and expressions of sympathy. The meeting at the Presidential Palace was attended, on behalf of the guests, by the Secretary General of the Interparliamentary Assembly on Orthodoxy (IAO) and General Secretary of the parliamentary political group “New Democracy” of the Hellenic Parliament, Maximos Charakopoulos; the President of the Interparliamentary Assembly on Orthodoxy (IAO) and member of the Chamber of Deputies of Romania, Ioan Vulpescu; member of the House of Representatives of the Republic of Cyprus, Elias Myrianthous; member of the House of Representatives of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Manal Helali; member of the Assembly of the Republic of North Macedonia, Mile Talevski; and Advisor to the Interparliamentary Assembly on Orthodoxy (IAO), Kostas Mygdalis. From the Georgian side, the meeting was attended by the Head of the Permanent Delegation of the Parliament of Georgia to the Interparliamentary Assembly on Orthodoxy, Irakli Kadagishvili; Vice Chairman of the Parliament of Georgia, Nino Tsilosani; member of the Permanent Delegation, Zaza Lominadze; First Deputy Chair of the Foreign Relations Committee of the Parliament of Georgia, Irakli Shatakishvili; as well as representatives of the Presidential Administration.

I held a meeting at the Presidential Palace with ambassadors accredited to the United Nations. At the meeting, I welcomed the ambassadors’ visit to Georgia and emphasized the positive significance of such visits. We discussed fruitful cooperation within the framework of the United Nations, Georgia’s active engagement in the organization’s activities and current issues on the UN agenda. We devoted particular attention to the situation in Georgia’s occupied territories, with emphasis placed on the country’s economic potential and the reforms that have been implemented. Attention was also drawn to global challenges and ongoing international developments. As noted during the meeting, Georgia welcomes the United Nations Secretary-General’s reform initiative, UN80, which aims to enhance the Organization’s effectiveness and to recognize the necessity of structural reforms. In this context, I also underscored Georgia’s distinctive role as a platform for dialogue among civilizations and for the promotion of peace. The visiting delegation in Georgia includes the Permanent Representatives to the United Nations from Tonga, Samoa, Tajikistan, the Republic of Congo, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Timor-Leste, Paraguay, Mauritius and Botswana. The meeting was attended by Lasha Darsalia, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia; David Bakradze, Georgia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations; and representatives of the Administration of the President of Georgia.

At the Presidential Palace, I met with Zhou Qian, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to Georgia. During our discussion, we underscored the positive momentum in the strategic partnership between Georgia and China and the development of our bilateral relations, as well as our fruitful cooperation in trade and economy, tourism, culture, sports and education. I emphasized the importance of cooperation within the framework of "the Belt and Road Initiative" and the development of the Middle Corridor, noting that Georgia is ready to support its development, security and effective operation. We also reaffirmed, once again, our unconditional support for each other’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

I met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Yermek Kosherbayev, at the Presidential Palace. During the meeting, we discussed the friendly and cooperative relations between Georgia and Kazakhstan, as well as the successful collaboration taking place across various fields. We discussed issues pertaining to the elevation of bilateral relations to the strategic level. We emphasized that the strong partnership between the two countries is founded on mutual respect, the protection of national interests and the consideration of shared regional priorities. Particular attention was devoted to ongoing global political developments and active conflicts. We noted that, in light of these challenges, maintaining stability and peace in the South Caucasus and Central Asia assumes global significance. We also highlighted the growing role of the Middle Corridor and the importance of enhancing regional connectivity within a complex and rapidly evolving geopolitical environment. I expressed my gratitude to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Kazakhstan’s steadfast support of Georgia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The meeting was attended by the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Alexander Khvtisiashvili, the Head of the Friendship Group with the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Anton Obolashvili, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Georgia to the Republic of Kazakhstan, Levan Diasamidze, as well as representatives of the Presidential Administration.