Georgia and Armenia have a great potential which is still not utilized: Mikheil Janelidze
During a joint press conference with Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian in Yerevan, Georgia’s Foreign Minister Mikheil Janelidze expressed satisfaction over the talks aimed at developing the bilateral cooperation and expressed his readiness to contribute to the implementation of agreements reached.
“Edward Nalbandian arrived in Georgia on an official visit on August 1, 2016, and I am happy that today I had a chance to visit here during which we have discussed issues related to bilateral and multilateral cooperation between the two countries. I want to state that I and Mr. Nalbandian have an opportunity of regular meetings at various international platforms.
Armenia and Georgia are linked with centuries-old friendship and friendly traditions, however this year is especially unique since the two countries celebrate the 25th anniversary of establishing diplomatic relations. During these years thanks to our joint efforts the mutually beneficial partnership has been developed based on trust,” the Georgian FM said.
He said in a meeting with Armenia’s FM they have discussed all possible ways of cooperation development, as well as highlighted the desire of both countries to make the political dialogue more intensive.
“We have also discussed the development prospects of the current trade-economic ties, the cooperation development directions such as energy, transportation, tourism, education, art fields. It was stated that Georgia and Armenia have a great potential which is still not utilized.
We have highlighted the importance of utilizing the transit potential of both countries, implementing joint projects in transportation and logistics fields, as well as the use of Black Sea port infrastructures.
In line with bilateral relations-related issues, a special emphasis was paid on expanding the cooperation within the framework of international and regional organizations, as well as the existing threats in the region. We have discussed issues related to maintenance of security and peace in the context of establishing stability in the region. It was emphasized with satisfaction about the completion of talks on Armenia-EU new framework agreement, as well as issues related to Georgia’s European integration,” Mikheil Janelidze said.
On April 11 the Georgian FM arrived in Armenia on an official visit at the invitation of FM Edward Nalbandian. Mikheil Janelidze is expected to have meetings with Armenia’s high-ranking leadership
