Georgian PM hosts farewell meeting with US Ambassador
Garibashvili extended his gratitude to Degnan for her work in the country. Photo: Government Administration
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Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Garibashvili on Friday held a farewell meeting with the United States Ambassador Kelly Degnan, who has completed her diplomatic term in the country.
The Government Administration said the parties emphasised the importance of the strategic partnership between the two countries and reviewed the “priority agenda” of cooperation.
Garibashvili extended his gratitude to Degnan for her work in the country.
Jean Foster, the Head of the Economic Section at the US Embassy also attended the meeting hosted at the Government Administration.
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