Georgia-China trade climbed 41% as both sides discuss more direct flights

At a meeting of Georgian and Chinese business representatives on 8 November, Georgia’s Economy Minister Mariam Kvrivishvili said bilateral trade had reached US$2.3 billion in January to September 2026. That represents a 41% increase from the comparable period a year earlier.

According to the figures presented, China is Georgia’s second-largest trading partner. Cumulative Chinese investment in Georgia has exceeded US$1 billion since 2002, including US$236 million in the first two quarters of 2026.

Participants also discussed the Middle Corridor linking Asia and Europe and the strategic role of the planned Anaklia deep-sea port. These were areas of cooperation and investment interest, not an announcement that a new port project had been completed.

Direct flights from Beijing, Guangzhou and Chengdu to Georgia are under consideration. No launch of those routes was confirmed at the meeting. Passengers should check existing services and actual timetables with airlines before making travel plans.

Useful background: flights from Tbilisi and Batumi, airports in Georgia and how to get to Georgia.

Source: Ministry of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia, 8 November 2026.