Uzbek FM Saidov and Georgian PM Kobakhidze discuss trade and logistics in Batumi

Uzbek Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov met Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze in Batumi. The sides discussed expanding trade, economic and investment cooperation, growing mutual trade turnover, and promoting joint projects in the transport and logistics sector. At the start of the meeting, Saidov conveyed greetings and best wishes from President Shavkat Mirziyoyev.

The parties noted that bilateral relations have reached a new level after two visits. The Georgian prime minister made an official visit to Uzbekistan in March 2025, and Mirziyoyev made a state visit to Georgia in July of this year, when a Declaration on Strategic Partnership was signed. The participants also exchanged views on regional and international issues.

In Batumi, Saidov also met Zurab Pataradze, chairman of the Government of the Autonomous Republic of Adjara. Saidov said Uzbekistan will continue working to strengthen its strategic partnership with Georgia and to fill it with new practical initiatives.