Georgian PM discusses strategic ties, economic prospects with Azerbaijani Minister
PM Garibashvili on Friday hosted Azerbaijani Economy Minister Mikayil Jabbarov.Photo: Government press office
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Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Garibashvili on Friday discussed strategic cooperation and prospects of further strengthening economic ties with the visiting Azerbaijani Economy Minister Mikayil Jabbarov.
The officials mainly focused on economic partnership and cooperation in a Tbilisi meeting, the Government press office said.
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