“It is of great significance for our nation that such recognition is being accorded to our heritage,” said the Prime Minister of Georgia, Irakli Kobakhidze, during today’s briefing, in response to UNESCO’s decision to include “Georgian Wheat Culture: Traditions and Rituals” in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

According to the Head of Government, this is a momentous decision. Irakli Kobakhidze expressed his gratitude to all agencies involved in the process.

“Special thanks go to the Ministry of Culture, the Ministry of Environmental Protection, and the Ministry of Agriculture. Several agencies contributed to this achievement. I am grateful to everyone who contributed to ensuring this decision was made. Of course, it is profoundly significant for our country that our heritage is being recognised and celebrated in this way,” he remarked.