Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Mariam Kvrivishvili underscored the crucial role of the Green Energy Corridor in strengthening the energy sectors of all participating countries, emphasizing that the project will significantly enhance Georgia’s own energy security. Her remarks followed the conclusion of the initiative’s 11th ministerial meeting.

Kvrivishvili noted that the concept of the Green Energy Corridor emerged alongside Georgia’s decision to implement the Black Sea submarine cable project—a key initiative that will connect Georgia and Europe through an undersea transmission line. This connection will enable Georgia to export domestically generated electricity to the European market, increasing both energy security and investment potential in the sector.

The Minister highlighted energy as a strategic priority for Georgia, stressing the government’s efforts to boost domestic generation, strengthen independence, and ensure long-term stability. She stated that the Green Energy Corridor enhances cooperation among partner countries and reinforces Georgia’s emerging role as a transit, logistics, and energy hub linking Europe and Asia.

The meeting was attended by high-level officials, including Azerbaijan’s Energy Minister Parviz Shahbazov, Hungary’s State Secretary Boglarka Ilesi, and Romania’s State Secretary Cristian Busoi, along with ambassadors from Azerbaijan, Romania, Hungary, and Bulgaria. Representatives from Georgia’s Foreign Ministry, Georgian State Electrosystem, GNERC, transmission system operators from partner countries, as well as the World Bank and Asian Development Bank, also took part.