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The News in Brief

Thursday, September 28, 2023
Prepared by Messenger Staff

Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili Meets Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda in Vilnius

The President of Georgia, Salome Zourabichvili, met with Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda in Vilnius. President Zourabichvili addressed the meeting on Twitter, saying:

"Had an important meeting with President Gitanas Nauseda of Lithuania, a long-standing friend & ally of Georgia. Amid the critical juncture in Georgia's EU integration path, your unwavering support is invaluable. Lithuania has always stood strong with Georgia- grateful for your pivotal support."

President Gitanas Nauseda also addressed his meeting with Salome Zourabichvili and affirmed Lithuania's support for Georgia's EU and Euro-Atlantic integration. He added that Georgia's future depends on implementing reforms to align with European values, stating:

"Welcomed the President of Georgia Salome Zourabichvili Vilnius today.Lithuania remains a supporter of Georgia EU & Euro-Atlantic integration.Georgia's future depends on its ability to focus on reforms and foster European values."

With this visit, President Zourabichvili concluded her visits to the Baltic countries. Prior to coming to Lithuania, she met with top officials in Estonia and Latvia.



Acting President of the National Bank of Georgia, Natia Turnava, Meets with Commercial Bank Representatives

The National Bank of Georgia has disseminated information regarding the working meeting conducted today by Natia Turnava, the Acting President, with representatives from the business association and the banking sector.

The press release highlights that the Acting President of the National Bank, along with representatives from commercial banks and business associations, engaged in discussions regarding the current state of the banking sector and outlined upcoming initiatives aimed at stimulating the economy and improving access to financial services for the population.

"The banking sector and the National Bank, as always, are cooperating very closely; we share a common vision and a common goal. Both the banking sector and the National Bank are committed to our international obligations. We have very exciting future development plans. We will address the questions raised by the banks regarding how to provide an additional boost to the economy. Our common objective is to ensure that the economy continues to grow rapidly and that banks can invest more resources. These are highly interesting initiatives that will be introduced in the banking sector, under our supervision and taking into account all the associated risks," said Turnava, as reported.