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Mariam Kvrivishvili Discussed Prospect of Deepening of Economic Partnership between the Two Countries with Marina Hadjimanolis, Shipping Deputy Minister to the President of the Republic of Cyprus at Meeting in London
24-11-2025

Issues related to deepening of trade and economic cooperation between Georgia and Cyprus were discussed by the Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development, Mariam Kvrivishvili, and Shipping Deputy Minister to the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Marina Hadjimanolis. The meeting was held in London within the framework of the UN International Maritime Organization (IMO) Assembly, with the participation of Deputy Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Tamar Ioseliani.

The parties deliberated on the close partnership between the two countries across various economic sectors, including deepening cooperation in maritime safety, digitalization, port modernization, and environmental standards. Particular attention was devoted to issues of seafarer employment, as well as their education, training, certification, and cooperation in this field. The conversation between the ministers covered the expansion of cooperation between the countries in the direction of seafarer training and certification. As noted at the meeting, Georgia has implemented 100% of the EU regulations undertaken by the Association Agreement in the field of maritime transport.

The meeting highlighted the high technical competence and reliability of Georgian officers and seafarers, as well as their full compliance with the STCW. It was noted that highly qualified Georgian seafarers are already serving on ships flying the Cypriot flag. The Georgian side thanked the representatives of Cyprus for the special interest shown by ship owners in the employment and social security of Georgian seafarers.

Workforce development in the maritime sphere is another issue the ministers discussed. As the Georgian side noted during the meeting, Georgia sees great potential for further expanding cooperation with Cyprus in the direction of seafarer education, certification, and cadet employment, as well as further deepening ties between Cypriot educational institutes and the Batumi State Maritime Academy.

Special emphasis was placed on regional maritime cooperation, specifically strengthening navigation safety and maritime risk management between the Black Sea and Eastern Mediterranean regions.

Mariam Kvrivishvili and Marina Hadjimanolis also spoke about issues of further deepening cooperation with the IMO, including strengthening coordination in committees and working groups, navigation safety, digitalization, and the effective implementation of IMO instruments. It was noted that sharing experience regarding maritime digitalization in the process of implementing the Maritime Single Window and Port Community System is important. The ministers also focused on the topic of port modernization and environmental standards, which includes the introduction of modern operational models and the strengthening of safety and environmental responsibility.

It is noteworthy that Cyprus will hold the Presidency of the Council of the European Union starting in 2026.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


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