“Due to consistent policy, the maritime profession is even more valued today. Through correct, effective and result-oriented steps, the sector has been strengthened and developed,” Georgian President Mikheil Kavelashvili stated at an event dedicated to International Maritime Day in Batumi.
Kavelashvili congratulated Georgian seafarers on their professional day and wished them success.
In his speech, the President emphasized Georgia’s unique geographical location and the country’s distinguished role in global shipping.
“The maritime sector’s role is particularly important in fully utilizing Georgia’s transit potential. The state is working in multiple directions to ensure full utilization of existing potential. Against the backdrop of ongoing conflicts and confrontations in the world, Georgia has managed to maintain continuous peace and stability, making our country a reliable and trustworthy partner.
Through the government’s careful and prudent policy, we have the opportunity to become part of the shortest and safest connecting route between Europe and Asia. To restore our historical role, which is known to every Georgian as the ‘Silk Road,’” Kavelashvili noted.
The President noted that Georgia currently has more than 19,000 seafarers.