Kaveladze Presents Initiative for 2027 Global Summit in Tbilisi to Chinese Vice President

President of Georgia Mikheil Kavelashvili hosted Chinese Vice President Han Zheng at the Presidential Palace. The meeting was held in an expanded format. The information is being disseminated by the Presidential Administration.

The parties discussed the development of a comprehensive strategic partnership between Georgia and China. It was noted that this is the first visit to Georgia by the Chinese Vice President. In 2027, the two countries will mark the 35th anniversary of establishing diplomatic relations. This year, a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement and international agreements between the two countries were signed.

Kavelashvili thanked the Chinese side for supporting Georgia's sovereignty and territorial integrity and reaffirmed Georgia's position on the "One China principle". The discussion touched on Han Zheng's work and contribution to the development of Shanghai, the deepening of friendly ties between Tbilisi and Shanghai, and the launch of direct air service. The parties also discussed the significance of the appointment of China's new ambassador to Georgia.

Special attention was paid to trade and economic cooperation. The parties discussed the opportunities created by the free trade agreement, the growth of Chinese investment, and deepening cooperation in various economic sectors.

During the meeting, the parties also discussed the potential of the Middle Corridor, the development of transport and logistics infrastructure, and plans to host the sixth Silk Road Forum in Tbilisi. It was noted that Georgia's strategic location and ongoing infrastructure projects offer significant opportunities for Georgia to develop the transport corridor connecting Europe and Asia.

The parties also discussed cooperation in the fields of tourism, culture, education and science. Attention was focused on expanding academic programs, student exchanges and scientific ties. The discussion touched on the work of the joint working group in the field of artificial intelligence and the opportunities for international cooperation in this area.

Kavelashvili presented to the Chinese side Georgia's initiative to hold a global summit in Tbilisi in 2027 on promoting peace and a healthy lifestyle, and expressed hope for China's participation and support.

At the end of the meeting, the Chinese Vice President made an entry in the Honorary Guest Book. The parties expressed expectations that high-level dialogue and the deepening of existing cooperation will contribute to the further development of the comprehensive strategic partnership between Georgia and China.