Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze said Georgia remains committed to promoting peace and stability in the South Caucasus during talks with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan in Tbilisi this week.
Speaking at a joint press briefing following the 15th session of the Armenia–Georgia Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation, Kobakhidze reaffirmed Georgia’s readiness to support dialogue and cooperation among countries in the region.
“We wish to reaffirm our readiness to promote peace and stability in the region, and in this regard, Georgia will spare no effort,” Kobakhidze said.
The Georgian prime minister welcomed what he described as positive momentum in regional cooperation and pointed to progress in the peace process between Armenia and Azerbaijan as an important development for regional stability.
He said these developments could help create a stronger foundation for ensuring long-term peace in the South Caucasus.
Kobakhidze also emphasized the importance of the close partnership between Georgia and Armenia, describing the relationship as an example of strong cooperation and friendship between neighboring states.
“This partnership, this friendship and this cooperation are truly exemplary, and it is our responsibility to do everything possible to deepen them further,” he said.
Pashinyan, who visited Georgia for meetings with government officials and to participate in the intergovernmental commission session, thanked Tbilisi for its role in supporting regional dialogue.
“Today, Armenia and Azerbaijan are building economic relations and connections with the help and facilitation of Georgia. This is truly praiseworthy news, and we thank you for this valuable contribution,” Pashinyan said.
The Armenian prime minister said discussions during the commission meeting focused on expanding bilateral economic cooperation as well as regional and international issues, including areas where the two countries can deepen collaboration.
He also highlighted growing people-to-people ties between Armenia and Georgia, particularly through tourism.
“The economic relations between Georgia and Armenia are deepening based on a long-standing tradition. For Armenian tourists, Georgia was, is, and will remain the most beloved place for rest and visits,” Pashinyan said, adding that the number of visitors traveling from Georgia to Armenia is also increasing.
Pashinyan thanked Kobakhidze and the Georgian people for supporting efforts aimed at advancing the Armenia–Azerbaijan peace process and said the strengthening political partnership between Armenia and Georgia is increasingly reflected in closer cooperation in culture, sports and economic exchanges.
By Team GT
