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Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Prepared by Messenger Staff

Portugal's Defense Minister Discusses Bilateral Cooperation with Georgian Counterpart During Working Visit

During a working visit to Georgia, Portugal's Defense Minister Helena Carreiras met with Georgia's Defense Minister Juansher Burchuladze. Following an official welcome ceremony, the two held a bilateral meeting at the Ministry of Defense where they discussed international security matters and the current challenges.

Their conversation also delved into the prospects for future bilateral cooperation and topics related to Georgia's European and Euro-Atlantic integration.

Helena Carreiras, the Defense Minister of Portugal, received thanks from Juansher Burchuladze for Portugal's unwavering support towards Georgia's territorial integrity and sovereignty. He also expressed gratitude for Portugal's support for Georgia's aspirations towards joining the European Union and NATO.

During the meeting, the joint contribution of military personnel from both countries in ensuring international security was highlighted.

The defense ministers agreed to develop bilateral cooperation further and signed a document outlining mutual cooperation between the Ministry of National Defense of the Republic of Portugal and the Ministry of Defense of Georgia.



Parliament of Georgia Chairman Shalva Papuashvili Meets with Malta's Foreign and European Affairs Committee Members

During a meeting between The Chairman of the Parliament of Georgia Shalva Papuashvili and the members of the Foreign and European Affairs Committee of the Parliament of the Republic of Malta, the Maltese parliamentarians voiced their complete support for Georgia's territorial integrity and sovereignty, as well as its aspirations for EU membership.

The two parties discussed The European Union as a unique project for peace and prosperity, which is open to all willing states. The Maltese parliamentarians shared their experience of joining the EU and expressed their willingness to provide detailed information to Georgia.

Papuashvil thanked the members of the Foreign and European Affairs Committee for their strong support, and he provided them with information regarding Georgia's progress and expectations in the implementation of EU recommendations.

The sides discussed a wide range of issues, including the agenda of the parliaments of Georgia and Malta, security challenges in the Black Sea region, opportunities for bilateral cooperation, and ways to deepen the relations between the two countries.