President Vahagn Khachaturyan’s official visit to Georgia

President of the Republic Vahagn Khachaturyan arrived in Tbilisi on an official visit.

At the Shota Rustaveli International Airport, President Vahagn Khachaturyan was welcomed by Georgia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Maka Botchorishvili, Head of the Administration of the President of Georgia Ketevan Kvinikadze, and Georgia’s Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Armenia Giorgi Sharvashidze.

Following the official welcoming ceremony of the President of the Republic, a private meeting between the Presidents of Armenia and Georgia will take place, followed by an expanded meeting with the participation of the delegations. 

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At the Presidential Residence of Georgia, the welcoming ceremony was held for President of the Republic Vahagn Khachaturyan, who arrived in Tbilisi on an official visit.

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Following the official welcoming ceremony for the President of the Republic, Vahagn Khachaturyan, who arrived in Tbilisi on an official visit, a private conversation was held between President Vahagn Khachaturyan and President Mikheil Kavelashvili, after which an expanded meeting took place with the participation of the delegations.

During the meeting, the sides discussed the current dynamics of cooperation within the framework of the strategic partnership between Armenia and Georgia and the directions for its further deepening.

The presidents paid special attention to expanding economic ties, developing transport and communication links, promoting joint projects in the fields of tourism, energy, the business environment, investments, as well as educational, cultural, and youth programs.

President Khachaturyan presented the preparatory process for the 17th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the Convention on Biological Diversity and the 8th Summit of the European Political Community, both to be held in Armenia in 2026, emphasizing the importance of Georgia’s participation in these international events.

Regional developments were also discussed. The President of Armenia informed his counterpart about the results of the trilateral meeting held in Washington on August 8 and the potential economic impact of unblocking regional infrastructure. It was emphasized that this process is a logical continuation of Armenia’s “Crossroads of Peace” initiative aimed at fostering cooperation, connectivity, and the opening of communication routes across the region.

The sides exchanged views on establishing peace in the South Caucasus, unblocking transport routes and logistics corridors, including the “TRIPP” project, discussing the new opportunities their implementation could create for the region and adjacent international markets. The discussion also touched upon the potential ways to operationalize routes providing Georgia with access to the Persian Gulf, as well as the possible launch of the Gyumri-Kars railway, which could strengthen the Europe–Central Asia transportation hub.

At the end of the meeting, the sides reaffirmed their commitment to continue joint efforts toward strengthening peace, stability, and mutually beneficial cooperation, emphasizing that a secure and prosperous future for the peoples of the region is the result of joint and responsible work.

Following the expanded-format meeting, President of the Republic Vahagn Khachaturyan made an entry in the book of honorary guests.

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President of the Republic Vahagn Khachaturyan and President of Georgia Mikheil Kavelashvili summarized the results of their meetings in Tbilisi with statements made to representatives of the mass media.

Statement by President Vahagn Khachaturyan:

“It is a great pleasure to once again be on the hospitable land of brotherly Georgia. I would like to once again express my gratitude for the warm hospitality extended to me and my delegation during this visit. I was pleased to meet You again following our friendly and constructive meeting held in Yerevan. Our meeting once again highlights the importance of ongoing strong, good-neighborly relations between the two countries.

For Armenia and the Armenian people, Armenia-Georgia relations based on centuries-old history, traditions, and mutual respect, hold special significance. The frequency of recent visits at high and top level and bilateral contacts clearly demonstrates the intensity of relations between Armenia and Georgia.

The close cooperation between our two states has brought us to a historic milestone, as we have elevated our cooperation to the level of a strategic partnership. Although it is no secret that our cooperation with Georgia has always been strategic in nature, it is now also formalized at the official level.

Today, my esteemed colleague and I had quite productive and substantive discussions. In my meeting with President Kavelashvili, we addressed bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors and the next steps aimed at the continued development of the strategic partnership between Armenia and Georgia.

The core of our discussions also included bilateral economic cooperation, as well as a wide range of issues related to transport, tourism, energy, business, investments, cultural, educational, and youth sectors.

I would like to note that Armenia is actively preparing to host the 17th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the Convention on Biological Diversity and the 8th Summit of the European Political Community in 2026. We look forward to the participation of the Georgian side.

In addition to bilateral agenda matters, we also discussed regional developments.

I referred to the results of the trilateral meeting held in Washington on August 8 and the economic opportunities that may arise from the unblocking of regional infrastructure. The process is fully aligned with the vision of the Government of Armenia’s “Crossroads of Peace” initiative.

I once again emphasized that Armenia’s priority is the institutionalization of peace and connectivity in the region, based on the fundamental principles of sovereignty, jurisdiction, equality, and reciprocity. We are confident that long-term peace and stability between Armenia and Azerbaijan, as well as the full unblocking of transport and communication routes in the region, including through the “TRIPP” project, will transform the South Caucasus into an efficient transit and logistics hub, also contributing to regional and global connectivity.

The opening of regional communications will also provide Georgia with an opportunity to gain access to the Persian Gulf, while the possible operation of the Gyumri-Kars railway in conjunction with Georgian railways could become an important component of the Europe–Central Asia transit routes.

Ensuring lasting peace, stability, security, cooperation between states and peoples, and building a prosperous future is a shared responsibility of the international community.

In conclusion, I would like to once again thank You for the warm welcome extended to the Armenian delegation and reaffirm my commitment, as President of the Republic of Armenia, to continue efforts toward the further expansion and deepening of cooperation between Armenia and Georgia.”

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During his official visit to Georgia, President Vahagn Khachaturyan visited Heroes Square in Tbilisi to pay tribute and lay a wreath at the Eternal Flame.

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Within the framework of his official visit to Georgia, the meeting between President of the Republic Vahagn Khachaturyan and Chairman of the Parliament of Georgia Shalva Papuashvili continued in a constructive and partnership-oriented atmosphere.

During the meeting, the sides discussed agenda issues related to cooperation in political, economic, cultural, and other areas of mutual interest. The role of inter-parliamentary ties in further deepening bilateral relations was emphasized, as well as the importance of implementing joint initiatives that would contribute to strengthening stability, development, and mutual trust in the region.

Referring to the “Crossroads of Peace” initiative, President Khachaturyan highlighted the strategic significance of the program in terms of long-term peace and regional economic integration.

The sides agreed that the successful implementation of this initiative could create new opportunities for sustainable economic growth not only for Armenia and Georgia but also for the entire region.

They also discussed issues related to unlocking the economic potential of regional development and deepening energy cooperation. In this context, the importance of joint efforts in international platforms and multilateral formats was stressed, aimed at the effective implementation of energy projects, development of communication infrastructure, and expansion of mutually beneficial economic ties.

The sides reaffirmed their mutual readiness to continue close cooperation in all areas aimed at strengthening relations between the two friendly countries and advancing the agenda of peace, security, and development in the region.

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Within the framework of his official visit to Georgia, President of the Republic Vahagn Khachaturyan held a private meeting with Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze.

The President of the Republic expressed gratitude for the warm reception and hospitality, emphasizing that active high-level mutual visits demonstrate the trustworthy and effective partnership between the two countries.

The meeting between the President of the Republic and the Prime Minister of Georgia continued in the format of a working lunch with the participation of the delegations.

During the meeting, a number of agenda issues of mutual interest for both countries were discussed. The sides attached special importance to assessing regional processes and to the directions of cooperation aimed at promoting peace, stability, and economic development in the region.

They discussed opportunities for expanding political dialogue, implementing joint economic programs, developing energy and transport links, as well as enhancing cultural and humanitarian exchanges. Both sides emphasized that developing new initiatives and effectively managing ongoing programs can significantly increase the potential of bilateral cooperation and contribute to the economic and social development of the two countries.

The sides also exchanged views on making cooperation in international organizations and multilateral formats more targeted and coordinated. In this context, mutual support on international platforms, as well as forming joint positions on issues of regional importance, was considered essential.

At the end of the meeting, Armenia and Georgia reaffirmed their readiness to continue constructive dialogue, strengthen neighborly relations, and expand cooperation in all areas that serve the well-being of both peoples, as well as peace and economic stability in the region.