AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoGeorgia Economy: Geostat says real GDP grew 8% year-on-year in July 2026, with gains led by manufacturing, ICT, finance/insurance, mining, and transport/storage, while construction fell. Middle Corridor & Maritime Trade: Armenia’s infrastructure minister David Khudatyan will attend the Georgian International Maritime Forum (GIMF 2026) in Batumi on Sept. 7–8, where the Middle Corridor is expected to be a key topic; up to 400 delegates from ~40 countries are slated. Regional Energy/Trade Links: A report notes Kazakhstan exported about 5,500 tons of crude oil to Georgia in July, while Georgia still imports far larger volumes from Russia. Legal & Workplace Risks: Georgia federal court faces age-discrimination claims against a gas and electric utility, alleging firing shortly after a 60th birthday. Food Safety: FDA posts a recall of Crystal Temptations “Chocolatey Eyeballs” due to undeclared milk allergens, distributed in Georgia via major discount retailers. Public Works Dispute: Opposition claims 29 bronze sculptures on Rustaveli Avenue were damaged and 21 lost during renovation; the sculptor denies construction-caused damage, saying 21 were stolen earlier and others need restoration.
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