Istanbul: Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), met with Shalva Papuashvili, Chairman of the Parliament of Georgia, on the sidelines of the 152nd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) held in Istanbul.
According to Emirates News Agency, the meeting focused on ways to strengthen bilateral relations and enhance parliamentary and economic cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and Georgia. The discussion also covered regional developments, specifically the Iranian attacks on the United Arab Emirates, GCC countries, and Jordan, and their impact on global energy markets, supply chains, and international trade stability.
Both leaders emphasized the necessity of coordinating positions within the Inter-Parliamentary Union to establish unified parliamentary stances that align with mutual interests. Saqr Ghobash highlighted that there is no justification for Iran's actions, citing the repeated use of missiles and drones targeting civilians and key infrastructure. He questioned how such targeting could be justified under any circumstances, underscoring that these actions violate international law and hinder de-escalation efforts. Ghobash called for adherence to state sovereignty and urged against any actions that threaten regional security and stability.
The meeting also explored avenues for enhancing bilateral and economic relations, focusing on investment opportunities. Both sides acknowledged the importance of strengthening cooperation in these areas and agreed to activate parliamentary friendship committees to support institutional communication and expertise exchange. The Chairman of the Georgian Parliament affirmed the UAE's role as a leading investment partner in Georgia, noting the substantial Emirati investments in the country and expressing a desire to further develop these relations across various sectors.