BAKU, Azerbaijan, April 8. The Georgian
Parliament held an economic forum on "Global Political Changes and
the New International Economic Agenda – Challenges and
Opportunities for Georgia," focusing on the development of the
Middle Corridor and the country’s transport and logistics
infrastructure, Trend reports.


The forum was opened by Georgian Parliament Speaker Shalva
Papuashvili, who emphasized the importance of safeguarding national
interests amid modern global instability.


"We often speak of national interests, which today are a top
priority for many countries and a key principle in government
decision-making, serving the nation. The state and business must
act as allies in promoting these interests, which for business
translates into social responsibility," Papuashvili stated.


He highlighted Georgia’s potential as a connecting corridor
between Europe and Asia and stressed that the business sector must
adapt to global trends to fully leverage the country’s strategic
location.


"Amid global developments, Georgia stands to unlock new
opportunities as a reliable corridor connecting Europe and Asia. To
fully harness the country’s strategic potential, the business
sector must align with this evolving trend," he added.


The forum featured panel discussions with Shota Berekashvili,
Chair of the Economic Policy Committee, and Nikoloz Samkharadze,
Chair of the Foreign Relations Committee.


Berekashvili underlined Georgia’s strategic economic growth
directions, the role of the Middle Corridor, and the development of
transport and logistics infrastructure. He noted that coordination
between the business sector, parliament, and government is
essential to attract investment and support economic
development.







Samkharadze discussed Georgia’s foreign policy priorities, the
European integration process, and cooperation with international
partners.


The forum aimed to analyze current challenges facing Georgia in
economic policy, education, and European integration from the
perspectives of the government, analytical community, and business
sector.


The Middle Corridor is a transport and trade route that passes
through a number of countries in the region and connects Asia with
Europe. It serves as an alternative to the traditional Northern and
Southern Corridors.


The route begins in China and runs through the countries of
Central Asia. It then crosses the Caspian Sea, Azerbaijan, Georgia,
and Türkiye, before reaching Europe. The Middle Corridor is a land
route that bypasses longer sea routes, connecting eastern regions
of Asia, including China, with Europe.


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