GDP Growth Raises By 10.1 % in 2022

The first phase is carried out in Mtskheta-Mtianeti and Kvemo Kartli regions and aimed to compile the lists of existing buildings and households living in Rustavi, Gardabani, Tetritskaro, Marneuli, Bolnisi, Dusheti and Mtskheta municipalities.The field works will last during 15 days by the trained staff of Geostat. Data collection is carried out with the modern technologies using tablets.During the Phase I filled work, compilation of lists of buildings and households for each settlement actually live in according to each dwelling which is necessary to conduct the General Population Census in the country.From April 2023, the compilation of preliminary listing of households will continue in the other regions and will cover the whole area of the country by the end of this year. 3,500 trained interviewers will be involved in the above -mentioned activities.It is planned to collect the data of General Population Census in the period from 14 November- to 19 December, where the detailed information about the number of population and social, economic and demographic conditions, as well as self- government and settlements.In order to determine the demographic situation, priorities of socio-economic developments and informing the population in the country, it is necessary the above-mentioned information.The General Population Census is also an important source for the monitor progress under the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) indicators.In order to optimize the financial and human resources, the Agricultural Census will be carried out together with the Population Census in 2024. As a result of the census, along with the demographic and social characteristics, a wide variety of information will be collected on the agriculture of GeorgiaThe Population Censuses are conducted once in 10 years in the country. The previous Population Census in Georgia was conducted in 2014.

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As the Minister of Finance noted, all products included in the list determined by the countries participating in the sanctions, as well as any customs operations (including export, re-export and transit), which can be carried out by sanctioned individuals or companies, are subject to special customs control in Georgia.In his speech, the Minister noted that from the very first days of the imposition of international sanctions, a relevant working group was created in the Customs Risk Management Division of the Customs Department of the Revenue Service, which carries out centralized control of the enforcement of the said sanctions.

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"We are glad to inform you that USA2GEORGIA has news for you - the company starts transporting parcels from Turkey to Georgia under the new brand TURKEY2GEORGIA!"Both small parcels and cargo are shipped by land, and it costs $4 to bring 1 kg.*The cost of transportation of parcels with a volumetric weight of up to 50 kg will be calculated by actual/weighing weight, and the cost of transportation of parcels with a volumetric weight of more than 50 kg will be calculated by volumetric weight,” the company's notification said.According to USA2GEORGIA, at the initial stage, there will be 2 flights a week - parcels from Turkey will arrive in Georgia in an average of 5 days. You will be able to receive parcels arriving in Georgia at USA2GEORGIA branches, with LOCKERS and courier service.

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According to the statistics, the funding share is decreased by 0.4 percentage point in the construction sector as well. 

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During this period, exports to Russia amounted to $128.2 million (+38.1% y-o-y), and imports amounted to $338.8 million (+86.3% y-o-y).TOP -5 Exporting/Importing Commodities In January-February:Exports:1) Ferroalloys - $45.3 million for 36.2 thousand tons.2) Natural grape wines - $23.9 million for 8.6 million liters.3) Vehicles - 978 units for $13.5 million.4) Mineral and fresh waters - $10.7 million for 19.5 million liters.5) Alcoholic beverages - $8.8 million for 2 million tons. Imports:1) Oil and oil products - $108.6 million for 149.2 thousand tons.2) Petroleum gases - $68.4 million for 264.7 thousand tons.3) Wheat and meselin - $10.1 million for 32 thousand tons.4) Coal - $8.8 million for 47.3 thousand tons.5) Flour (wheat or rye) - $8.1 million for 25.1 thousand tons.

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40 countries are represented in the study by the grape production.China is in first place, which has produced 11.3 million tons of grapes in 2021.Italy is on the second place with 8.1 million tons.Spain is third with 6.1 million tons.As for Georgia, in 2021 the country produced 271.6 thousand tons of grapes, taking the 32nd place.

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Currently, more than 25 people work in the country, and within the framework of the hub it is planned to open dozens more jobs by the end of 2023. Also, in addition to developing in the field of recruiting, Binance has a number of initiatives aimed at strengthening education, greater penetration and acceptance in the field of cryptocurrencies. In 2023, Binance announced a partnership with the CityPay cryptocurrency payment gateway, a collaboration with the Georgian Innovation and Technology Agency (GITA), and the launch of a Binance Charity initiative to support women-centric education in Web3 and the BNB Chain hackathon. In particular, the partnership with GITA will support Binance's large-scale educational and community initiatives in the field of blockchain and the development of the Web3 industry in Georgia.The partnership with GITA is not Binance's first educational initiative in Georgia. In January 2023, Binance announced the signing of a memorandum of cooperation with the Georgian Business and Technology University (BTU). And in March, agreements were signed with four more educational institutions - Alte University, Kutaisi International University, Georgian American University (GAU) and Caucasus University. Under the agreements, Binance and Binance Academy will provide materials and support to help university students further educate blockchain, Web3, NFT, and cryptocurrencies.Also last week, BNB Chain, the world's largest blockchain in terms of daily active users, partnered with GITA to host a three-day Web3 hackathon in Georgia. The purpose of the event was to attract developers and provide them with the opportunity to interact with the BNB network developer community and test their Web3 skills in practice. The winners received prizes of $2,500 for first place, $1,500 for second place, and $1,000 for third place, as well as BNB Chain souvenirs and permanent access to the BNB Chain developer programs.“Georgia is one of the most innovative countries in the region and for Binance, the country is an important point on our map. To date, we have held three community meetups in the country, which were attended by more than 2,000 people in total. We see a huge potential and interest, both from the cryptocommunity and businesses, in the development of cryptocurrencies in the country,” said Vladimir Smerkis, regional director of Binance.In 2022, the first visit to Georgia of CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) took place. As part of the visit, he met with Prime Minister Irakli Garibashvili, business representatives and the cryptocurrency community.The parties discussed favorable conditions for doing business in Georgia and the opportunities that the country offers to investors. The discussion was also attended by Levan Davitashvili, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia, Lasha Khutsishvili, Minister of Finance of Georgia, and Papuna Lezhava, Deputy Governor of the National Bank of Georgia (NBG).“The opening of the hub in the country is a logical continuation of the dialogue that we started with the government of the country last year. As part of the hub, we will strengthen the development of the recruiting program in the country, as well as make an even greater focus on the regional presence of Binance,” said Georgia General Manager Giorgi Chagelishvili.

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The tender refers to the complete construction-repair and engineering works of the building of the Eastern Partnership European School within the framework of the 2023-2024-2025 state budget financing by the "Educational and Scientific Infrastructure Development Agency".Within the framework of the tender, the following works should be performed: plastering, installation of doors and windows and their related components, installation of other metal constructions, installation of non-metal constructions, laying, painting and gluing of floor and wall coverings.The project is bilingual, therefore it is mandatory to produce all kinds of documentation in both languages - Georgian and English.The supplier is obliged to ensure the completion of the works within 420 calendar days (14 months) after signing the contract. The warranty period for the completed works is two years from the signing of the final act of acceptance.According to the tender requirements, the candidate must have experience of similar type of work worth at least 110 million GEL.Acceptance of proposals in the tender started on March 22 and will continue until April 19.

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