Tbilisi:A roundtable titled 'Georgia-Azerbaijan Strategic Partnership and a Shared Future' took place in Tbilisi, Georgia, on October 19. The event focused on strengthening the strategic cooperation between Georgia and Azerbaijan, covering areas such as energy cooperation, transport and logistics, the Middle Corridor, trade and economic ties, and regional collaboration across the South Caucasus.
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, Azerbaijani Ambassador to Georgia, Faig Guliyev, highlighted the deep-rooted historical ties and mutual respect that form the basis of the relationship between the two countries. He emphasized the importance of shared historical values and strategic partnerships in furthering bilateral ties and noted that high-level visits between the nations illustrate the dynamic development of political dialogue and cooperation.
Victor Kipiani, Chair of the Georgian think tank Geocase, addressed the roundtable, stating that the relationship between Georgia and Azerbaijan is built on a solid foundation. He pointed out that by enhancing regional cooperation, both countries significantly contribute to the competitiveness and economic potential of the South Caucasus.
The roundtable featured various speakers, including political analyst Levan Mamaladze, founder of the SIKHA Foundation research institute Archil Sikharulidze, political analyst Bako Kheladze, Professor Bakar Berekashvili from the Georgian American University, and Mufti Etibar Eminov from the Administration of All Muslims of Georgia, among others.