Georgia
Georgian Ambassador Meets Representative of China’s Parliament
March 2
On February 27, Georgia’s Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China, Paata Kalandadze, held a meeting with Wang Wen, Director General of the Foreign Affairs Bureau of the General Office of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress of China. Information about the meeting was published by the Embassy of Georgia on March 2.
During the meeting, the parties discussed issues related to deepening bilateral relations between Georgia and China. Particular attention was paid to the prospects for strengthening cooperation between the legislative bodies of the two countries.
The sides emphasized the importance of strengthening ties in the parliamentary sphere, which, in their assessment, would contribute to the further development of bilateral relations.
Chinese companies deepen role in Georgia’s wind energy sector
March 3
Chinese companies are strengthening their presence in Georgia’s renewable energy sector through the construction of the Ruisi wind farm, the country’s largest wind power project currently under development. Information about the above was published on March 3 on Xinhua News Agency.
Located near Gori in central Georgia, the 206-megawatt project is being built with the participation of Chinese wind turbine manufacturer Goldwind, which is supplying turbines and taking part in construction, as well as future operation and maintenance.
Despite harsh winter weather and difficult construction conditions, the project has continued to advance. Once completed, the wind farm is expected to provide electricity for around 200,000 households and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by about 400,000 tons annually.
The project highlights growing China-Georgia cooperation in the energy sector, as Georgia looks to expand its renewable power capacity in the coming years.
The opening sessions of China’s “Two Sessions” were held in Beijing
March 5
On March 4-5, the opening meetings of China’s “Two Sessions” were held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. On March 4, the Fourth Session of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference opened, while on March 5, the Fourth Session of the 14th National People’s Congress commenced.
The “Two Sessions” constitute one of the most important annual political events in China. Within this framework, the annual sessions of the country’s highest legislative body and highest political consultative body are held, during which the main directions of the country’s development, the priorities of economic and social policy, the state budget, as well as other important legislative and governmental matters are discussed.
The 2026 sessions address the country’s economic and social development priorities, including the outline of the 15th Five-Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development (2026-2030).
Representatives of diplomatic missions accredited to China were invited to attend the opening meetings. The Ambassador of Georgia to the People’s Republic of China, Mr. Paata Kalandadze, attended the events as a guest of honor.
Georgian Ambassador Meets China-CEEC Secretariat
March 6
On March 6, Paata Kalandadze, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Georgia, held a meeting with H.E. Ambassador Chen Guoyou, the Special Representative for China-CEEC Cooperation Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the PRC.
The discussion focused on the prospects of Georgia’s active engagement within the China-CEEC framework, highlighting the country’s strategic role in the development of the Middle Corridor. The meeting also addressed future cooperation Dynamics.
Azerbaijan
Chinese Embassy in Baku receives citizens evacuated from Iran
March 3
The Chinese Embassy in Azerbaijan received Chinese citizens evacuated from Iran and assisted them in returning safely to their homeland. According to Xinhua, on March 3, 48 Chinese citizens were transported to the Caspian Business Hotel in Baku after arriving in Azerbaijan as part of the evacuation from Iran.
The outlet reported that, in recent days, more than 260 Chinese citizens in total have crossed from Iran into Azerbaijan. The process was coordinated by the Chinese Embassy in Azerbaijan.
The Xinhua News Agency report notes that the Azerbaijani government provided significant support to Beijing in facilitating the entry of Chinese citizens into the country. According to the Chinese ambassador, this cooperation reflects the strategic partnership between China and Azerbaijan.
AZERTAC, Xinhua highlight long-standing media partnership
March 6
Azerbaijan’s state news agency AZERTAC and China’s Xinhua News Agency have hailed their 23-year cooperation as an example of strong media partnership.
During a meeting on March 6, in Baku, AZERTAC Chairman Vugar Aliyev and Xinhua Eurasia Bureau Deputy Director Wei Kang discussed long-standing ties, information exchange, and future cooperation. The sides said their partnership reflects broader Azerbaijan-China relations and stressed the importance of fighting fake news and promoting objective reporting.
Armenia
Armenia Served as an evacuation route for Chinese Citizens Leaving Iran
March 4
On March 4, China’s Foreign Ministry said Chinese nationals leaving Iran could evacuate through several neighboring countries, including Armenia via the Agarak border crossing. Beijing also noted that Chinese citizens could enter Armenia visa-free with passports. Chinese diplomatic missions were deployed to the border crossings to assist evacuees.
Uzbekistan
A China-Uzbekistan Business Forum Was Held in Tashkent
March 3
On March 3, Chinese and Uzbek representatives held a business forum in Tashkent aimed at deepening bilateral trade and investment ties.
The forum had been presented in advance by Uzbekistan’s Investment Ministry as a platform for direct dialogue between the business communities of Uzbekistan and China, with discussions expected to focus on investment potential, industrial cooperation, and practical steps for joint projects.
According to Eurasianet, Chinese executives nevertheless held meetings with Uzbek counterparts from the Investment Ministry, Agriculture Ministry, and Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
