Kazakhstan and Georgia Strengthen Trade and Transport Partnership
Kazakhstan and Georgia Strengthen Bilateral Relations with Focus on Trade, Transport, and Agriculture
Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu recently met with Georgian Foreign Minister Maka Botchorishvili to discuss enhancing bilateral relations in political, economic, and cultural sectors. The meeting, which took place on Feb. 6, emphasized the importance of cooperation in trade, transport, and agriculture between the two countries.
Both Nurtleu and Botchorishvili expressed their commitment to strengthening economic cooperation and fulfilling agreements to expand collaboration. The Kazakhstan-Georgia Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation was highlighted as playing a pivotal role in coordinating efforts to enhance bilateral ties.
During the meeting, the officials also discussed the significant potential for growth in transportation, logistics, and agriculture. They underscored their intention to boost cooperation along the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR), which has seen a notable increase in cargo transshipment. Additionally, the ministers exchanged views on the regional and international agenda, reinforcing their partnership within international organizations.
The meeting coincided with Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze’s official visit to Kazakhstan, where he explored railway innovations with Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov. The visit included a tour of the Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ) national company’s office, where the Georgian delegation was introduced to the digital solutions implemented in Kazakhstan’s railway industry.
The two countries are collaborating within the joint venture Middle Corridor Multimodal Ltd., which focuses on enhancing the multimodal services of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route. In 2024, Kazakhstan’s exports to Georgia grew by 34%, with transit through Kazakhstan increasing by 40% compared to 2023. The transportation volume between the two countries in 2024 reached 4.7 million tons, marking a significant increase over the past four years.
Overall, the discussions between Kazakhstan and Georgia highlight a shared commitment to deepening cooperation in various sectors, with a focus on trade, transport, and agriculture. The ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral relations are expected to further enhance the partnership between the two countries in the years to come.
