Prime Minister: Given the occupation of two regions and complex security challenges, pursuing a consistent, pragmatic foreign policy rooted in national interests is of critical importance to our country

Throughout the centuries—even amidst the most difficult circumstances—diplomacy has served as a vital instrument for Georgia’s survival and progress; this remains true today, Prime Minister of Georgia Irakli Kobakhidze stated while speaking at an event dedicated to Diplomat’s Day.

The Head of Government noted that the state defends its national interests using every tool at its disposal, with a strong diplomatic service playing a key role among them.

“Happy Diplomat’s Day! The history of Georgia holds a very rich tradition of diplomacy. Over the centuries, amidst the most challenging circumstances, diplomacy has served as a vital instrument for Georgia’s survival and progress—and it remains so today. It is highly symbolic that Diplomat’s Day is linked to the birthday of Sulkhan-Saba Orbeliani—a prominent public figure and an exceptional diplomat.

Indeed, the primary award presented to diplomats for championing Georgia on the international stage and deepening partnerships bears the name of Sulkhan-Saba. Meanwhile, the award named after Akaki Chkhenkeli—Georgia’s first Minister of Foreign Affairs—recognizes a diplomat’s contribution to the effective functioning of the service. I would like to congratulate today’s recipients in advance on this well-deserved recognition.

Given the occupation of two of our regions and the complex security challenges we face, pursuing a consistent, pragmatic foreign policy rooted in our national interests is of critical importance to our country. The state defends its national interests using every tool at its disposal—among which a strong diplomatic service plays a key role," the Prime Minister stated.