Georgian PM thanks Azerbaijan for support in reviving Baku-Tbilisi railway route

Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze has said that the issue of restoring the Baku-Tbilisi-Baku railway route was discussed with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev.

In an interview with journalists in Dubai, Kobakhidze highlighted the importance of the railway's restoration for enhancing connectivity between the two countries, Caliber.Az reports via local media.

Kobakhidze expressed Georgia's gratitude towards Azerbaijan for its attention and support on this issue.

“During my visit to Azerbaijan, we discussed this issue with President Aliyev. I would like to personally thank him for his focus on our country. Of course, maintaining high mobility between our nations is of utmost importance,” the Georgian prime minister said.

Kobakhidze emphasised the strong partnership and friendship between Georgia and Azerbaijan, underscoring the mutual benefits that the development of such transportation links would bring.

“It is crucial for more people to travel between our countries, as it will further strengthen the long-standing friendship between our peoples,” he added.

On January 17, Kobakhidze arrived in Azerbaijan for his first official foreign visit to attend the 10th meeting of the intergovernmental commission (IGC) on economic cooperation. Kobakhidze said that Georgia is interested in implementing specific practical steps and enhancing regional cooperation. 

He noted that the country has proposed a trilateral cooperation initiative that involves the three South Caucasus nations in various spheres of collaboration and emphasised that the IGC session would foster dynamic cooperation between the two countries. Kobakhidze’s agenda included meetings with top Azerbaijani officials to further strengthen bilateral relations. 

The Georgian delegation featured prominent leaders, including First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Levan Davitashvili, Minister of Environment and Agriculture David Songulashvili, Minister of Culture Tinatin Rukhadze, and Head of Government Administration Levan Jorjoliani. Kobakhidze’s visit underscored the strategic partnership between Georgia and Azerbaijan, signalling both countries' commitment to fostering regional stability and mutual growth.

By Naila Huseynova