#International

Georgia to build its longest bridge on the road to the Russian border

A 2 km viaduct on the Stepantsminda–Gveleti stretch will link to the new Daryal tunnel, with major works aimed at 2027.

August 12, 20261 min

Two Chinese Nationals Detained for Theft on Board a Flight

Georgia’s Interior Ministry says two citizens of China were arrested at an airport after allegedly stealing cash from passengers during a flight.

August 10, 20261 min

Another Munition Washes Ashore at Shekvetili Beach

A third seaside find in days at Caprovani near Shekvetili draws police and rescuers; social posts cite a possible drone, with no official statement yet.

August 9, 20261 min

Sanctioned Goods Transit Attempt Stopped at Sarpi Border

Customs officers at the Sarpi border crossing blocked a transit truck carrying EU-sanctioned cargo heading from Turkey to Russia through Georgia.

August 7, 20261 min

Tech

Georgia's First TUMO Creative Technology Center Opens Free Registration in Kutaisi

Registration has launched for Georgia's first TUMO educational center at the Kutaisi Technology Hub, offering free training in 11 creative tech fields for teenagers aged 12 to 18.

August 6, 20261 min

Thai National Found Dead in Tbilisi Died of Heart Failure, Poisoning Not Ruled Out

A preliminary autopsy in Bangkok indicates that a Thai citizen found dead in Tbilisi died of heart failure, though investigators continue testing for potential chemical poisoning.

August 6, 20261 min

Business

Global Coffee Prices Soar as Georgia Imports $26.7 Million in H1 2026

Global coffee prices reached multi-month highs in July, with Arabica rising 16.5% and Robusta up 9.1%. Meanwhile, Georgia imported over 2,200 tons of coffee in the first half of 2026.

August 6, 20261 min

Business

Armenia Begins Fish Exports to Georgia Following Russian Market Shift

Armenian fish producers have launched shipments to the Georgian market, delivering initial consignments late last month following market restrictions in Russia.

August 1, 20261 min

Thailand Requests Explanation Over Delay in Reporting Tourist’s Death in Tbilisi

The Royal Thai Embassy in Ankara has requested an investigation into why Georgian authorities waited over two weeks to officially communicate the death of a Thai traveler found in a hotel room.

July 31, 20262 min

Georgia Joins Sea Breeze 2026 Multinational Maritime Exercise

Personnel from Georgia's Coast Guard and Defense Forces joined NATO allies and partner nations in the UK for Sea Breeze 2026 maritime drills.

July 29, 20261 min

Two Interpol-Wanted Foreigners Arrested in Batumi

Adjara criminal police have detained two foreign nationals wanted internationally under Interpol Red Notices at Turkey's request.

July 26, 20261 min

Georgia Extends Free Medical Services for Ukrainians Until October 2026

Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze signs a decree extending state-funded healthcare for Ukrainian citizens continuously residing in Georgia since February 2022.

July 25, 20261 min

Legal

Canadian Man Describes Two Months in Gldani Prison After ADHD Medication Arrest

A British Columbia traveller says he was detained in Georgia for nearly two months after arriving with prescribed ADHD medication, and was released after his family covered a fine and legal costs.

July 19, 20261 min

Trump Says He Looks Forward to Strengthening Cooperation With Georgia

Georgia's government released a Georgian-language letter it says US President Donald Trump sent in response to Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze's Independence Day message.

July 18, 20261 min

Georgia and Argentina agree civil aviation cooperation

Georgia and Argentina have agreed a civil aviation framework allowing airline designations, code-sharing arrangements and passenger-friendly routes.

July 16, 20261 min

EU Airports to End Plastic Luggage Wrapping Under New Packaging Rules

European airports are expected to phase out plastic film used to wrap suitcases under EU packaging rules due to take effect from 1 January 2030.

July 15, 20261 min

#International

FlyArystan Launches Atyrau–Batumi Flights

Kazakhstan’s low-cost carrier FlyArystan started weekly Atyrau–Batumi service on 14 July through 25 August, making Atyrau the fourth Kazakh city with a direct Batumi link.

July 14, 20261 min

China Eastern to Launch Direct Tbilisi–Shanghai Flights

From 15 July, China Eastern Airlines will fly three times a week between Tbilisi and Shanghai, adding a third Chinese carrier on regular Georgia–China routes.

July 14, 20261 min

Uzbekistan President Visits Tbilisi, Signs Strategic Partnership Agreement with Georgia

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev's first top-level visit to Georgia ended with a strategic partnership declaration and sectoral cooperation memorandums covering trade, transport and the Middle Corridor.

July 5, 20261 min

Norwegian Launches Direct Tbilisi–Copenhagen Flights

Norwegian has opened twice-weekly nonstop service between Tbilisi and Copenhagen, giving Georgia its first direct air link to Denmark.

June 28, 20261 min

Georgia in Talks Over Contributing Troops to Gaza Stabilization Force, Israeli Media Report

Israeli outlets say advanced discussions are underway with Tbilisi on joining a U.S.-backed multinational force in Gaza. Georgia has not commented.

June 28, 20261 min

Legal

ECtHR: Russia Responsible for Killing, Torture of Georgian Prisoners of War in 2008

The European Court of Human Rights ruled that Russia violated the right to life and prohibition of torture over eight Georgian prisoners of war from the 2008 war, including national hero Giorgi Antsukhelidze.

June 23, 20262 min

Sky Castle luxury hotel coming to Batumi

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts presented Sky Castle, a 430-room luxury castle hotel planned for the Gonio area of Batumi as part of the Wyndham Grand complex, backed by a 155 million dollar investment.

June 22, 20262 min