Davit Songulashvili Hosts President Ilham Aliyev at Georgian Pavilion During CASPIAN AGRO 2025

The international agricultural exhibition CASPIAN AGRO 2025 officially opened today in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, with the Georgian national pavilion drawing significant attention. Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev visited the pavilion and was welcomed by Georgia’s Minister of Environmental Protection and Agriculture, Davit Songulashvili, alongside Georgia’s Ambassador to Azerbaijan, Zurab Pataradze.

President Aliyev emphasized the importance of Georgia-Azerbaijan relations and their shared strategic goals. He noted that Georgia’s participation in the CASPIAN AGRO 2025 exhibition further strengthens bilateral ties and expands opportunities for leveraging trade and economic potential.

Minister Songulashvili thanked President Aliyev for his visit and highlighted that Georgian producers deliver high-quality goods, providing a strong foundation for deeper trade and economic relations.

“Our participation in CASPIAN AGRO is further evidence of our regional cooperation and commitment to bilateral ties,” said Songulashvili. “Representing Georgia at an international exhibition of this scale is crucial. Our aim is to support Georgian producers in accessing new markets. Events like this help us showcase the country’s potential to a global audience and boost export opportunities—key drivers of our national economic growth.”

At the Georgian pavilion, companies benefiting from state support programs showcased a variety of products including wine, canned goods, natural juices, confectionery, dried fruits, and organic juices.

CASPIAN AGRO features participation from an average of 25 countries and attracts over 15,000 visitors annually. The exhibition runs from May 13 to May 16.

In addition to Minister Songulashvili, the Georgian delegation includes Deputy Minister Lasha Dolidze, Ambassador Zurab Pataradze, and Rural Development Agency Director Giorgi Darchia.