Georgia issued half as many passports; Russians still lead
In 2025, the number of new citizens declined noticeably, while the structure of recipients remained almost unchanged
Talks on electric vehicle production in Kutaisi have resumed
Kutaisi is back in the game after 7 years of silence
Condor Returns to Georgia: Daily Frankfurt-Tbilisi Flights Launched
The German airline is once again opening direct service to Tbilisi on regional airliners
Trade between Georgia and China soared 2.5 times after the launch of the free trade area
The parties are preparing an update to the agreement and an expansion of economic cooperation
Georgia's auto market has gone into decline: car imports and exports have dropped sharply
Re-export is keeping the sector afloat, but new excise taxes may change the balance as early as the second quarter
The household appliances market in Georgia has frozen: sales have not grown for 3 years due to falling prices
Imports dominate, and growth is expected only in 2026
Georgia collected nearly $80 million from drivers in a quarter
Revenue from traffic violations more than doubled, and fines will increase again from May
The National Bank of Georgia accelerated reserve accumulation: $7 billion expected by the end of 2026
Growth is driven by an active policy and an increased share of gold in the asset structure
Trump Tower in Tbilisi: a 70-story skyscraper to be built in the capital of Georgia
The project will become the tallest building in the country and part of a major multifunctional complex
Georgia sharply increased electricity purchases from Russia: 22-fold growth over the year
Imports reached a 10-year high and approached historical records
Georgia and the United States Expand Educational Partnership: Focus on Grants and Dual Degrees
The focus of the negotiations is on reforms, student exchange, and human capital development
Tbilisi loses Russian TV channels
The reasons for the shutdown have not yet been disclosed, operators promise to restore the signal in the coming days
Money Transfers to Georgia Increased by Almost 10% in a Month
Europe Remains the Main Source of Funds, but the US and Israel are Accelerating Growth
People are visiting Georgia less often, but staying longer - a new record has been set
Despite the decline in visits, the country is recording an increase in full-fledged tourist flow and interest from Europe
Georgia erects a barrier against fraudsters: large payments by pensioners will be delayed for 48 hours
New rules from the National Bank tighten control over transactions and introduce additional checks for customers over 60
Pizza Hut Increases Presence: New Restaurants to Open in Georgia and Focus on Premium
The chain is expanding and focusing on European ingredients and consistent quality
Fines Soared 5x: Georgian Businesses Paid Record Amount
Antitrust violations cost companies millions of lari
Georgia invests almost $1.5 million in China: will there be even more tourists?
Authorities are stepping up promotion in Chinese social networks amid a sharp increase in the flow of guests
Internet Under Control or Freedom? Georgia Enters New Cloudwards Ranking
Cloudwards Publishes 2026 Internet Freedom Index
The forecast worsened: Georgia's economy is losing momentum, while the region is being promised cooler growth
The World Bank has revised its expectations, but the South Caucasus remains one of the few pockets of resilient growth
ADB forecasts inflation in Georgia at 3.8% this year
The Bank expects stable inflation in 2026, but points to the economy's vulnerability to external shocks and oil prices.
Georgia Tightens Rules for IT Immigrants: Requires Income of $25,000 and 2 Years of Experience
New requirements will affect both hired specialists and entrepreneurs
Wizz Air Malta to Increase Flights Between Kutaisi and Venice: Up to 3 Times a Week
The carrier is strengthening the European route in the summer season of 2026
FlyArystan Launches Flights from Astana to Batumi
Flight frequency between Kazakhstan and Georgia will increase to 42 per week at peak season
Red Wings expands flights to Georgia: Flights to Batumi will be launched from 15 Russian cities
The airline will expand its route network and increase the frequency of flights in the summer season
Armenia and Georgia plan to synchronize their financial systems
Reducing settlement times and unified QR codes for cross-border payments
