The News in Brief
Thursday, July 18, 2024
Prepared by Messenger Staff
Lelo, Anna Dolidze for People, and Freedom Square Unite for Elections
The Lelo party has joined forces with the Anna Dolidze for People party and the Freedom Square movement ahead of the upcoming elections. The announcement was made during a presentation held at Europe Square.
Mamuka Khazaradze, the leader of Lelo, introduced the new alliance, indicating ongoing negotiations with other opposition parties for an even broader coalition. Khazaradze emphasized the aim of forming a larger union to present a stronger front to the public.
Irakli Kupradze, Secretary General of Lelo for Georgia, highlighted the importance of this unity, stating, "Now and here, on the square of Europe, true unity begins, true unity for Europe." He described the coalition as a new force composed of "real, decent, professional, experienced politicians."
The leaders also expressed that their union is open to various political forces and active individuals, underscoring the significance of the October 26 elections, which they consider to be decisive.
Air China to Launch Direct Flights to Georgia in September
Air China will begin direct flights between Tbilisi and Urumqi starting in September, according to the Civil Aviation Agency of Georgia. The airline plans to operate these flights three times a week.
Deputy Minister of Economy Mariam Kvrivishvili emphasized the importance of this new route, noting that China is a key market for Georgia's tourism sector. "Tourists from China traditionally choose long-term tours and are characterized by high spending power. The increase in the frequency of direct flights will contribute to the arrival of more visitors from China, which will have a positive impact on the dynamics of the development of the tourism and civil aviation sectors, as well as give an additional boost to bilateral trade and economic relations," she said.
Consultations with Air China regarding the implementation of these flights are ongoing.
Lelo, Anna Dolidze for People, and Freedom Square Unite for Elections
Mamuka Khazaradze, the leader of Lelo, introduced the new alliance, indicating ongoing negotiations with other opposition parties for an even broader coalition. Khazaradze emphasized the aim of forming a larger union to present a stronger front to the public.
Irakli Kupradze, Secretary General of Lelo for Georgia, highlighted the importance of this unity, stating, "Now and here, on the square of Europe, true unity begins, true unity for Europe." He described the coalition as a new force composed of "real, decent, professional, experienced politicians."
The leaders also expressed that their union is open to various political forces and active individuals, underscoring the significance of the October 26 elections, which they consider to be decisive.
Air China to Launch Direct Flights to Georgia in September
Deputy Minister of Economy Mariam Kvrivishvili emphasized the importance of this new route, noting that China is a key market for Georgia's tourism sector. "Tourists from China traditionally choose long-term tours and are characterized by high spending power. The increase in the frequency of direct flights will contribute to the arrival of more visitors from China, which will have a positive impact on the dynamics of the development of the tourism and civil aviation sectors, as well as give an additional boost to bilateral trade and economic relations," she said.
Consultations with Air China regarding the implementation of these flights are ongoing.