Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting with Georgia’s Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Mariam Kvrivishvili. The parties discussed bilateral cooperation in areas including trade and investment development, implementation of infrastructure projects, expansion of transport and logistics ties—particularly within the framework of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR)—and increasing the volume of agricultural trade.

The Prime Minister emphasized that Kazakhstan views Georgia as a reliable economic partner with whom it is building a stable and mutually beneficial dialogue.

From January to May 2025, trade turnover between the two countries amounted to $75.2 million, representing a 35.7% increase compared to the same period last year.

During the meeting, special attention was given to strengthening transport and logistics cooperation. In the first half of 2025, the volume of rail freight between the two countries exceeded 159,500 tons, an increase of 67% compared to the same period in 2024.

A major step in the development of the TITR was the launch of a new Kazakhstani container terminal in the Georgian port of Poti. Built by PTC Holding, the terminal has a design capacity of 120,000 TEUs per year. It is Kazakhstan’s first infrastructure project implemented on the territory of one of Georgia’s key maritime hubs.

“This is a vivid example of successful joint work, which is expected to play a significant role in increasing freight volumes along the Middle Corridor. It is important to note that this project complements Kazakhstan’s existing infrastructure within the TITR, including logistics terminals in the Chinese cities of Lianyungang and Xi’an. Thus, a unified, consistent logistics chain is being formed, linking East Asia with Europe,” Olzhas Bektenov noted.

Further development of the route will enhance the corridor’s efficiency, attract additional transit cargo and investment, and strengthen the positions of both Kazakhstan and Georgia as key logistics hubs in the region.

In addition, the parties discussed expanding the capacity of the Batumi oil terminal and port, as well as increasing the supply of Kazakhstani agricultural products—such as grain, flour, dairy and meat products, and confectionery—to the Georgian market.

Georgian Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Mariam Kvrivishvili emphasized the importance of expanding partnerships with Kazakhstan in trade, tourism, and logistics infrastructure. She also highlighted the significance of enhancing tourism ties, stimulating economic growth, and developing the regional transport network.

At the conclusion of the meeting, both parties confirmed their readiness to implement the agreements reached and to continue cooperation within the framework of the Intergovernmental Commission.

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