The global environment today is characterized by increasing uncertainty. The war in Ukraine and the conflicts in the Middle East remind us of the tragic price of geopolitical confrontations - human lives. Georgia knows this very well, - Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze said in his speech at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Budapest.

As Kobakhidze noted, Georgia's stability is not accidental, it is the result of thoughtful and pragmatic policies.

“We sincerely hope that peace will soon be restored in neighboring regions and that military confrontation will be replaced by diplomatic and political dialogue.

At a time when the international system is increasingly shaped by conflicts, Georgia has chosen a different path. We believe in connectivity and cooperation; we do not believe in confrontation. Our goal is to create opportunities for cooperation even when the world is fragmented.

The stability that Georgia enjoys today is not accidental. It is the result of thoughtful and pragmatic policies. Predictable governance and a commitment to peace have played an important role in strengthening our economy and increasing national resilience. As a result of this approach, Georgia stands out; it has one of the fastest economic growth rates in Europe - an average annual growth rate of 9.3% since 2021.

Our region - the South Caucasus - is also undergoing a significant transformation. New opportunities are emerging for peace, connectivity, and economic cooperation. Georgia strongly supports initiatives that promote stability, dialogue and regional partnership. Our vision is clear - the region should be defined by connectivity, trade and cooperation, not conflicts or divisions," said Irakli Kobakhidze.

Furthermore, Kobakhidze said, nations remain resilient when they maintain a clear sense of identity and remain committed to the values ​​that define them. According to him, in Georgia, this cultural foundation is closely linked historically to the Christian tradition.

“We gather here at a time when the world is undergoing a decisive transformation. Countries can no longer be sure that the systems that worked yesterday will work tomorrow.

At such a time, each country must answer one fundamental question: how to protect our national interests without losing our values ​​and traditions.

For Georgia, this question is not hypothetical. For 30 centuries, our small country has stood at the crossroads of civilizations - connecting Europe and Asia, cultures, trade routes and ideas.

Throughout our long history, we have learned one important lesson: nations remain resilient when they maintain a clear sense of identity and remain committed to the values ​​that define them. In Georgia, this cultural foundation is closely linked historically to our Christian tradition,” the Prime Minister said.