Georgia partners with UN to accelerate green energy and logistics growth
Georgia is stepping up its partnership with the United Nations to boost economic growth and expand its green energy sector. A recent high-level meeting outlined plans to strengthen transport links, attract investment, and align national goals with global sustainability targets.
The discussions also focused on positioning Georgia as a key logistics hub between Europe and Central Asia, with major infrastructure projects set to reshape regional trade routes.
In a meeting between Georgian Economy Minister Mariam Kvrivishvili and UN Resident Coordinator Didier Trebucq, both sides agreed to deepen cooperation under the UN Sustainable Development Framework for 2026–2030. Key areas include green energy, digital transformation, and transport infrastructure. The talks highlighted Georgia's push to integrate its energy system with the EU network while advancing green hydrogen production and energy efficiency measures.
Since 2023, at least 12 international investors have committed to Georgian infrastructure projects. These include the Anaklia Deep Sea Port, backed by firms like Terminal Investment Limited and the US International Development Finance Corporation, as well as upgrades to the Middle Corridor railway. Partners such as China Harbour Engineering Company, Turkish State Railways, and UAE logistics firms are involved in modernising the rail network to increase freight capacity.
The Anaklia port, once completed, will handle up to one million TEUs annually by 2035, turning Georgia into a major Black Sea logistics centre. Meanwhile, the Middle Corridor rail route is being developed as a faster, more reliable alternative to traditional East-West trade paths. Both projects aim to cut transit times and strengthen Georgia's role as a transit hub for Europe, the South Caucasus, and Central Asia.
Green energy initiatives remain central to Georgia's strategy. By expanding renewables and clean technologies, the country seeks to enhance energy security, attract investment, and create jobs in innovative sectors. The focus on sustainability also aligns with broader efforts to diversify the economy and reduce reliance on traditional energy sources.
The agreements with the UN and ongoing infrastructure investments signal Georgia's ambition to become a regional leader in green energy and logistics. With new ports, railways, and renewable projects in development, the country is laying the groundwork for faster trade, improved energy security, and long-term economic growth.
International partnerships and modernised transport networks will play a crucial role in connecting Georgia to global markets and advancing its sustainable development goals.
