Political Consultations Held between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Georgia and Italy

On 23 June 2026, the fifth round of bilateral political consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Georgia and the Italian Republic was held. The Georgian delegation was led by the First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia, George Zurabashvili, while the Italian delegation was headed by the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Italy, Edmondo Cirielli.

At the meeting, the parties discussed key issues on the bilateral and multilateral cooperation agenda within the framework of the friendly relations between Georgia and Italy, as well as plans for future high-level visits.  They emphasized the active dynamics of cooperation in the fields of trade and economy, energy, tourism, defence, culture, education and other sectors. Particular attention was paid to the Middle Corridor and to Georgia’s role as a regional connector and transport hub.

Edmondo Cirielli emphasized Italy’s support for Georgia’s European Union integration process. Attention was also focused on the importance of continuing the dialogue between Georgia and the European Union.

The Italian side reaffirmed its support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Georgia within its internationally recognized borders.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties expressed their readiness to continue close cooperation in both bilateral and multilateral formats.