"I fully appreciate the level of responsibility I bear—both toward the team and toward every individual who creates Georgian culture," Maia Bitadze stated at a briefing held at the Government Administration, where Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze had just nominated her as Minister of Culture.

As Maia Bitadze noted, she possesses extensive experience in public service. "This decision represents a significant responsibility and a vote of confidence for me. I fully grasp the magnitude of the responsibility I bear—both toward the team and toward every individual who shapes Georgian culture. Culture encompasses not only creative expression and heritage but also forms a core part of our nation's unique identity and serves as the language through which we communicate with the world. I wish to express my deep gratitude to the entire team, my colleagues, and everyone with whom I have served our country over the years. I am well aware of the long road ahead. I hope our work will be highly successful and that I will live up to the trust and responsibility the team has placed in me. I come to this sector with years of experience in public service, as well as a strong desire to listen to everyone who creates Georgian culture—the professionals, the experts, and those who are deeply passionate about this field. Thank you very much; I hope to honor the confidence shown in me by the Prime Minister and the team," stated Maia Bitadze.

For context, Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze has nominated Maia Bitadze for the position of Minister of Culture. Until now, Maia Bitadze has served as a member of the Parliament of Georgia and as Chair of the Committee on Environmental Protection and Natural Resources.

The position of Minister of Culture has been vacant since Tinatin Rukhadze stepped down on July 28. In a statement posted on Facebook, Rukhadze cited health issues as the reason for her decision, stating that her health condition "does not allow her to devote the necessary attention to the work she loves so much and holds dear."