In a move to bolster bilateral relations, Vietnamese Vice President Võ Thị Ánh Xuân and Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze met in Tbilisi on October 12, discussing expanded cooperation in trade, investment, and other key sectors. The talks highlighted the potential for increased collaboration as both countries look to capitalize on their growing economic ties.
Prime Minister Kobakhidze emphasized Georgia’s dedication to enhancing relations with Vietnam, noting the sixfold increase in bilateral trade over the past five years. He also pointed out a 41% rise in Vietnamese visitors to Georgia in the first half of 2026, underscoring the tourism sector’s growth potential. Both leaders expressed interest in improving transportation links, including the possibility of establishing direct flights between the two nations.
Vice President Xuân advocated for stronger diplomatic exchanges and improved market access for Vietnamese products. She identified agriculture, food processing, infrastructure, innovation, tourism, and education as sectors with significant opportunities for collaboration. Xuân also encouraged cultural and people-to-people exchanges to deepen the bilateral relationship.
The two leaders agreed to enhance cooperation in defense and security and to coordinate at international organizations like the United Nations. They also discussed expanding connections between Vietnam, Georgia, and ASEAN member states. Notably, memorandums of cooperation were signed between the countries’ foreign ministries and agricultural and environmental authorities during the visit.
Discussions also covered progress on agreements related to investment protection, double taxation avoidance, and visa exemptions for diplomatic and official passport holders. Both sides expressed optimism about the future of their bilateral relations and agreed to prepare activities to commemorate the 35th anniversary of diplomatic ties in 2027.