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A country rich in proud traditions and history.

An ancient land at the crossroad of civilizations between Europe and Asia.

A young nation making giant strides toward the future.

Georgia is on a path to, progress, and development aided by innovation.

Lesley Lahm
Country Director, ADB Georgia Resident Mission
“ADB has been by Georgia’s side since 2007, supporting its vision to become a regional trade and logistics hub to further economic and social growth. We are working together to advance the key country goals of boosting productivity, and accelerating the transition to a low-carbon growth path with green connectivity rapidly taking shape.

We have been working together to develop world-class infrastructure, investing in regional connectivity and sustainable energy, and laying the foundations for a modern and inclusive economy based on strong human capital that will benefit all members of society.”

Ambitious infrastructure projects are connecting Georgia internally and with the global economy.

New road infrastructure is facilitating trade, cutting down transport costs, and helping reduce CO2 emissions .

The country’s railway system is being reformed to make it more efficient and financially sustainable.

And urban services are being modernized and rehabilitated in cities and towns.

Investments in urban centers across the country are bringing once distant opportunities directly to local communities.

It is not only cities and urban centers that are the focus of government.

Agriculture, a traditionally important sector of Georgia’s economy, is being modernized to make it more efficient and climate-resilient.

The education sector is also being overhauled to invest in human capital. 

Modern classrooms are being equipped with the latest technologies, while emphasis is being placed on vocational training to upskill the workforce.

Georgia is developing a climate-resilient economy supported by renewable energy solutions.

Lasha Khutsishivili
Minister of Finance of Georgia
“Georgia is proud of the 17 years of successful partnership it has enjoyed with the Asian Development Bank that have led to more than $4 billion in financing. We were able to launch and complete so many projects critical to the country's future. ADB also supports the private sector, which is the backbone of Georgia's economy.”

Georgia and ADB, together, building a bridge to the future.