The News in Brief
Monday, October 30, 2023
Prepared by Messenger Staff
EU Ambassador to Georgia Highlights Rikoti Pass Highway's Role in Regional Integration
The EU Ambassador to Georgia, H.E. Pawel Herczynski, highlighted the significance of the moment during his address at the opening of the new section of the Rikoti Pass highway. He stated, "Today, we are witnessing a very important stage, the transport connectivity of Georgia with the European Union - let's move forward together to connect Georgia with the European Union."
In his statement, Herczynski expressed the belief that collective efforts lead to greater strength achieved through sustainable development. According to the EU Ambassador to Georgia, this highway enhances regional integration by boosting connectivity.
"We like to say it - we are stronger together through sustainable development. In Georgia, the mentioned strategy is implemented through economic and investment plans, taking into account its flagship projects, which are linked to international connectivity. This includes the mentioned East-West expressway. This highway is part of the extended trans-European transport network, providing opportunities for regional integration through increased connectivity," Herczynski said.
Visa-Free Travel Agreement Signed Between Georgia and the Commonwealth of Dominica
On October 27, 2023, in New York, Khatuna Totladze, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia, signed an agreement between the Government of Georgia and the Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica. This agreement pertains to "exemption from the obligation to obtain visas for holders of diplomatic, service, and ordinary passports."
The agreement, representing the Commonwealth of Dominica's interests, was signed by Philbert Aaron, who serves as the Permanent Representative of the Commonwealth of Dominica to the United Nations.
As per the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia, the agreement will enhance tourism, cultural, and economic ties, while also raising awareness of both countries within their respective regions.
EU Ambassador to Georgia Highlights Rikoti Pass Highway's Role in Regional Integration
In his statement, Herczynski expressed the belief that collective efforts lead to greater strength achieved through sustainable development. According to the EU Ambassador to Georgia, this highway enhances regional integration by boosting connectivity.
"We like to say it - we are stronger together through sustainable development. In Georgia, the mentioned strategy is implemented through economic and investment plans, taking into account its flagship projects, which are linked to international connectivity. This includes the mentioned East-West expressway. This highway is part of the extended trans-European transport network, providing opportunities for regional integration through increased connectivity," Herczynski said.
Visa-Free Travel Agreement Signed Between Georgia and the Commonwealth of Dominica
The agreement, representing the Commonwealth of Dominica's interests, was signed by Philbert Aaron, who serves as the Permanent Representative of the Commonwealth of Dominica to the United Nations.
As per the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia, the agreement will enhance tourism, cultural, and economic ties, while also raising awareness of both countries within their respective regions.