Georgia’s Investors Council discusses economic development, investor-related topics

Georgia’s Investors Council on Friday discussed the development of the national economy and financial sector, the importance of the Middle Corridor logistics route, strengthening of commercial arbitration and third party liability insurance, the Government Administration said.

The 22nd meeting of the Council was opened by Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze, who focused on the economic growth of the country and related “positive trends”.

Kobakhidze emphasised the importance of the involvement of investors and businesses in strengthening the economy and noted their support was a “priority” for the Government.

Representatives of Council member business associations and international financial organisations discussed issues relevant to business, with the conversation also touching on Georgia's integration into the European Union and related reforms.

Mark Clayton, the Ambassador of the United Kingdom to Georgia, and Alkis Vryenios Drakinos, the Regional Director of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development in the Caucasus, also addressed Council members.