PM: Georgia links seven countries to Black Sea, expands Middle Corridor connectivity potential

“Georgia plays a key role in regional connectivity by linking seven landlocked countries to the Black Sea and, consequently, to Europe and the West,” Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze said.

Speaking to journalists in Yerevan during the eighth summit of the European Political Community, Kobakhidze outlined the main issues discussed during the roundtable session.

“I discussed the prospects of the South Caucasus, particularly Georgia, in terms of connectivity. Our region is currently in a unique position. To the north, there is a large-scale military conflict — the war between Russia and Ukraine — while to the south, there is military confrontation and instability in the Middle East. Georgia and the broader region are situated between these two conflict zones, which poses significant challenges but also presents unique opportunities for our country and the region as a whole.

I emphasized that Georgia serves as a crucial link for seven landlocked countries to access the Black Sea and, by extension, Europe and the West. These countries include our neighbors, Armenia and Azerbaijan, as well as nations from Central Asia. This role enhances Georgia’s connectivity, and we are striving to leverage this advantage to maximize our impact within the Middle Corridor.

I also shared information about the investments being made in infrastructure and discussed connectivity projects with my colleagues in detail.

Another important topic I addressed was green energy and energy connectivity. I presented our plans to increase electricity generation capacity from 4,800 MW to 11,500 MW. This initiative aims to make Georgia fully self-sufficient in electricity while also creating opportunities for export. In this context, I highlighted the Black Sea Submarine Cable Project. We engaged in discussions about all these issues with our colleagues,” the Prime Minister stated.