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President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky awarded Georgian singer Nino Katamadze the Order of Princess Olga. The corresponding decree was published on the website of the Ukrainian leader.
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Economics
In the second quarter of 2024, the unemployment rate in Georgia decreased by 3.1 percentage points compared to the same period the previous year, reaching 13.7%, according to data released by "Geostat."
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Negotiations with British Airways have successfully concluded, and the airline will begin operating direct flights between London and Tbilisi with four weekly flights starting in the summer of 2025. This achievement comes after several years of active efforts by the Government of Georgia, particularly the Ministry of Economy.
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German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and French President Emmanuel Macron voiced their concerns regarding recent developments in Georgia.
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Starting May 28, 2024, Georgian citizens will be able to travel to China without a visa for up to 30 days. This development follows the completion of the necessary procedures for a bilateral agreement on visa exemption signed on April 10, 2024, between the governments of Georgia and the People's Republic of China.
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US President Joe Biden signed a law providing for the allocation of a new package of military assistance to Ukraine totaling $60.64 billion. Previously, the corresponding bill was approved by the House of Representatives and the Senate of the US Congress.
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Other news
The Highways Department has announced a ₾19.7 million tender for the rehabilitation of the Rustavi-Gardabni road. The road, which passes through both populated and uninhabited areas, is in poor condition and requires significant repairs.
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As of September 16, 2024, the "Enterprise in Georgia" agency has introduced a new program aimed at supporting micro and small entrepreneurs. The program is open to anyone whose income does not exceed 500,000 GEL and meets the specified criteria.
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Borjomi Holding has released its 2023 financial report, showing a revenue increase of $21 million, bringing the total to $436 million. Additionally, the company recorded a profit of $85.6 million for the first time since the imposition of Russian sanctions.
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Restaurant and bakery chain "Entree" has opened its eighth branch in Baku, located in the Narimanov district.
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