Georgia is a gateway between Europe and Asia, bridging regions - Minister of Economy
“Located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Georgia goes beyond the definition of a Black Sea state. Our country is a gateway, a partner, and a bridge between regions whose futures are becoming increasingly interconnected,” said Mariam Kvrivishvili, Georgian Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development in London, addressing the 34th Assembly of the UN International Maritime Organization (IMO).
According to Mariam Kvrivishvili, Georgia’s identity and prosperity as a maritime country have always been defined by the waters that connect continents, cultures, and economies.
“Georgia’s economic development trajectory is strong – real GDP growth averaged 9.8% in 2021–2024. This trend was maintained in 2025, with the economy growing by 7.8% in the first nine months of the year. This growth is mainly driven by the transport, logistics, and maritime sectors, which highlights the significance of connectivity and the role of a strong chain of values as being the fundamental driving force of our economic prosperity,” she said.
Kvrivishvili noted that Georgia stands before IMO as a reliable partner in shaping a sustainable maritime future based on joint cooperation and interconnectivity.
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Georgia is a gateway between Europe and Asia, bridging regions - Minister of Economy
25.11.2025.17:00
“Located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Georgia goes beyond the definition of a Black Sea state. Our country is a gateway, a partner, and a bridge between regions whose futures are becoming increasingly interconnected,” said Mariam Kvrivishvili, Georgian Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development in London, addressing the 34th Assembly of the UN International Maritime Organization (IMO).
According to Mariam Kvrivishvili, Georgia’s identity and prosperity as a maritime country have always been defined by the waters that connect continents, cultures, and economies.
“Georgia’s economic development trajectory is strong – real GDP growth averaged 9.8% in 2021–2024. This trend was maintained in 2025, with the economy growing by 7.8% in the first nine months of the year. This growth is mainly driven by the transport, logistics, and maritime sectors, which highlights the significance of connectivity and the role of a strong chain of values as being the fundamental driving force of our economic prosperity,” she said.
Kvrivishvili noted that Georgia stands before IMO as a reliable partner in shaping a sustainable maritime future based on joint cooperation and interconnectivity.