At the Tbilisi Regional Forum on Sustainable Development, Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze praised China as a global power that has stayed committed to peace and progress for nearly half a century.
“In a world full of conflict, it’s important to recognize countries that choose a different path,” he said. “China hasn’t been involved in a single war for the past 45 years. Instead, it’s focused on development, modernization, and long-term growth—and the results are there for everyone to see.”
Kobakhidze described China as the kind of superstate others should look to—not just for its economic success, but for its steady role in promoting peace.
“We should recognize the unique place China holds—not only in its region but globally—when it comes to supporting stability and peaceful progress,” he added.
His remarks come as Georgia’s relationship with China continues to deepen. In August 2023, the two countries upgraded their ties to a strategic partnership. The agreement includes cooperation in areas like infrastructure, trade, education, and diplomacy, and reflects a shared interest in regional and global stability.
Kobakhidze has previously called the new partnership “one of the most important achievements” in Georgia’s recent foreign policy, reiterating that closer cooperation with China enhances the country’s geopolitical balance—especially as Georgia continues to build ties with both Eastern and Western partners.
By Team GT
