Georgian Ambassador to China: PM’s visit will contribute to intensification of trade, economic ties
In his remarks over the visit that started on Thursday, Kalandia said it was of “great” importance. Photo: MFA of Georgia
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Archil Kalandia, the Georgian Ambassador to China, on Thursday said the ongoing visit by Prime Minister Irakli Garibashvili would contribute to intensification of trade and economic relations between the two countries.
In his remarks over the visit that started on Thursday, Kalandia said it was of “great” importance.
Bilateral and multilateral relations between Georgia and the People's Republic of China are dynamically developing. [...] A number of events are planned [during the visit]. This visit is very important and will primarily contribute to the intensification of trade and economic relations between the two countries”, Kalandia said.
The Georgian diplomat emphasised the trip would give a “new and great” impetus to the deepening of bilateral and multilateral relations.
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