Georgian PM candidate sends condolences after death of acclaimed composer
Kobakhidze described Azarashvili as a distinguished figure in Georgian art. Photo: GD press office
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Irakli Kobakhidze, the candidate for the post of the Prime Minister of Georgia, on Wednesday expressed his condolences over the passing of Vazha Azarashvili, an acclaimed Georgian composer, musical artist and teacher.
Conveying his sympathies during a meeting with opposition factions in the Parliament ahead of the presentation of his Government programme, Kobakhidze said Azarashvili had “left an indelible imprint on Georgian culture through his diverse and genre-spanning creative endeavours”.
Azarashvili was the esteemed creator of numerous renowned musical compositions, a distinguished figure in Georgian art, a People's Artist of Georgia, a recipient of the Order of Honour, and an Honorary Citizen of Tbilisi”, the official said.
Azarashvili passed away on Wednesday, aged 87.
Irakli Kobakhidze, the candidate for the position of the Prime Minister of Georgia, on Tuesday said the ruling Georgian Dream party was “ready” to “single-handedly” meet the nine priorities outlined by the European Union for opening accession talks with the country.
Mikheil Sarjveladze, the Chair of the Georgian Parliament's Committee on Human Rights, on Saturday hailed the Government’s new state programme titled For Building the European State as “an ambitious, realistic and convincing” programme.
The Georgian Parliament on Friday published the Government’s new state programme titled For Building the European State, which highlights the main goals of the Government - maintaining “a stable and safe” environment for citizens, strengthening democratic institutions, stimulating the economy “more” and taking “effective steps” necessary for the country’s integration into the European Union.
Irakli Kobakhidze, the candidate for the position of the Prime Minister of Georgia, will on Friday present his Government programme to the Parliament bureau.