Co-operation between Georgia & Greece of Strategic Importance, says Greek FM

Co-operation between Georgia and Greece is of strategic importance, said Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Kotzias at a joint press conference after his meeting with Georgian Foreign Minister Mikheil Janelidze, on his first official visit to Georgia.

“Greece welcomes Georgia’s integration with the EU,” Kotzias said, going on to congratulate Georgia on the EU visa waiver for Georgian citizens.

“I strongly believe that Georgia is a country that belongs to Europe. We even joked during the meeting that back in the centuries when we were trying to steal fire from the Caucasus, there was no need either for visas or visa control. I am in favour of open relations between the two countries. The history of our relations go back thousands of years,” the Greek Foreign Minister said.

During the meeting, the sides spoke about ways to further deepen co-operation between Georgia and the Hellenic Republic.

“We will do our utmost to deepen relations in all areas, including in economy, education and science. We welcome Georgia’s integration with the EU family. Of course, we want to share our knowledge and experience with Georgia,” Kotzias said.

The Greek Foreign Minister reaffirmed his government’s firm support for Georgia’s independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity.