Georgia and China Discuss Prospects for Deepening Bilateral Cooperation
28 October 2026
On October 28, 2026, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia Aleksandre Khvtisiashvili met with Dai Chunyong, Chargé d’Affaires of the People’s Republic of China in Georgia. The meeting focused on the development of bilateral relations and priority areas for future cooperation between the two countries.
The parties discussed opportunities to strengthen the Georgia–China partnership at both bilateral and international levels. Particular attention was paid to the current dynamics of trade and economic relations, the expansion of economic ties, and the exploration of new areas of cooperation.
The meeting also highlighted the importance of high-level official visits, which contribute to maintaining political dialogue and further developing relations between the two countries.
The discussions reflected Georgia’s and China’s shared interest in continuing cooperation across various sectors and promoting the further deepening of bilateral relations.
Georgia and China Strengthen Cooperation to Promote Georgian Wine
29 October 2026
On 29 October 2026, a working meeting was held at the Embassy of Georgia in the People’s Republic of China to discuss the promotion of Georgian wine in the Chinese market and the development of export opportunities.
Paata Kalandadze, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Georgia, hosted representatives from the China National Research Institute of Food and Fermentation Industries. The delegation was led by Feng Hao, Director of the Institute’s International Cooperation Department.
During the meeting, the parties discussed the current positioning of Georgian wine in the Chinese market, challenges related to its distribution, and opportunities for future cooperation. Particular attention was paid to raising awareness of Georgian wine and developing new approaches to its promotion.
As a result of the discussions, the parties outlined an updated action plan for promoting Georgian wine and agreed to continue their joint activities in a coordinated manner.
This cooperation represents another step toward strengthening the presence of Georgian wine in the Chinese market and further developing trade and economic relations between the two countries.
Georgia and China Discuss Cooperation in the Railway Sector
26 October 2026
On 26 October 2026, Georgia’s Ambassador to China, Paata Kalandadze, met with representatives of the National Railway Administration of China. The Chinese delegation was led by Gao Hong, Deputy Director-General of the Administration.
The meeting focused on existing cooperation between Georgia and China in the railway sector and opportunities for further developing bilateral relations in this area. Both sides discussed various aspects of railway cooperation between the two countries.
No additional information was released regarding specific agreements reached or future projects discussed during the meeting.
Armenia and China Plan to Expand Economic Cooperation
26 October 2026
Armenia’s Deputy Minister of Economy, Arman Khojoyan, and Liu Junzhi, Executive Vice Mayor of Shijiazhuang, China, discussed opportunities for strengthening bilateral cooperation during a meeting held in Yerevan.
The two sides focused on expanding cooperation in agriculture, the food industry, trade, science and technology, culture, and tourism.
Khojoyan noted China’s growing interest in Armenian products and expressed Armenia’s readiness to facilitate stronger business ties between the two countries. Both sides agreed to take practical steps toward implementing joint projects.
According to data from Armenia’s Statistical Committee, trade turnover between Armenia and China increased by 31% in January-August 2026, reaching $2.2 billion. Armenian exports to China rose by 81.3% to $780.6 million, while imports from China increased by 13.5% to $1.4 billion. China remains Armenia’s second-largest trading partner after Russia.
Kazakhstan and China Discuss Expanding Cooperation in the Energy Sector
27 October 2026
The fifth meeting of the Kazakhstan–China Working Group on Cooperation in the Oil and Gas Sector was held, chaired by Kazakhstan’s First Deputy Prime Minister, Nurlibek Nalibayev.
The meeting was attended by Kazakhstan’s Minister of Energy, Yerlan Akkenzhenov, Zhou Xinhui, head of China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC), and representatives of energy companies from both countries.
During the negotiations, the parties discussed increasing oil supplies, expanding pipeline capacity, strengthening cooperation in the gas sector, and increasing the processing capacity of the Shymkent Oil Refinery. Particular attention was also given to geological exploration, petrochemical projects, and emerging areas of energy cooperation. The parties also addressed issues related to extending existing contracts and implementing joint projects.
Nalibayev emphasized the importance of the strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and China, highlighting the need to accelerate the implementation of agreed projects and ensure the timely fulfillment of existing commitments.
Kazakhstan and China Strengthen Security Cooperation at the Khorgos Border Center
27 October 2026
Kazakhstan published a draft law on its public legal acts portal providing for the ratification of an agreement with China on ensuring security and maintaining public order at the Khorgos International Centre for Border Cooperation. The agreement was signed in Beijing on 7 September 2026.
Under the agreement, the relevant authorities of both countries will cooperate in preventing, detecting, and investigating crimes. Cooperation will also cover the apprehension of wanted persons, information exchange, and coordinated responses to emergencies. The document further establishes procedures for mutual assistance between law enforcement agencies, the protection of confidential information, and the handling of detained individuals.
The agreement will enter into force once both countries have completed their respective domestic procedures and exchanged the relevant diplomatic notifications. It will take effect 30 days after the exchange of notifications.
Representatives of China’s Tourism Industry Participate in International Summit in Baku
29 October 2026
On 29 October 2026, the international tourism summit PATA Hosted Buyers Summit Baku 2026 was held in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, with the participation of representatives of China’s tourism industry. The main objective of the event was to strengthen tourism and business ties between Azerbaijan and countries in the Asia-Pacific region.
The summit was jointly organized by the State Tourism Agency of Azerbaijan, the Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB), and the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA). It brought together more than 50 tourism industry professionals from China, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Singapore.
Among the participants was Zhujia Yang, General Manager of the Chinese travel company Chongqing Holiday International Travel Service Co., Ltd., who highlighted Azerbaijan’s tourism potential. According to Yang, visa-free travel between China and Azerbaijan, along with direct flights from Urumqi and Beijing, creates favorable conditions for Chinese tourists. Yang also drew attention to the anticipated launch of air services connecting Shanghai and Azerbaijan.
