Vietnamese Vice President Võ Thị Ánh Xuân and Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze engaged in talks on October 12 in Tbilisi, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations and exploring new avenues for cooperation in trade, investment, and other areas. The discussions underscored the shared commitment to enhancing ties and the complementary strengths of the two nations.
During the meeting, both leaders highlighted a significant sixfold increase in bilateral trade over the past five years and noted a 41% rise in Vietnamese visitors to Georgia in the first half of 2026. They discussed the possibility of improving transport links, including establishing direct flights, to facilitate further exchanges.
Vice President Xuân emphasized the importance of stronger diplomatic exchanges, advocating for improved market access for Vietnamese products and increased business cooperation. She pointed out potential opportunities in sectors such as agriculture, food processing, infrastructure, innovation, tourism, and education, while also encouraging closer cultural and people-to-people exchanges.
The talks resulted in agreements to enhance cooperation in defense and security. Both sides also pledged to coordinate efforts within international organizations like the United Nations and to expand connections between Vietnam, Georgia, and ASEAN member states.
The visit saw the signing of cooperation memorandums between the foreign ministries and agricultural and environmental authorities of Vietnam and Georgia. The two countries also committed to advancing agreements on investment protection, double taxation avoidance, and visa exemptions for diplomatic and official passport holders.
Both leaders expressed optimism about the future of Vietnam-Georgia relations and agreed to plan activities to mark the 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2027, underscoring their mutual confidence in the continued growth and strengthening of their partnership.