Building bridges for sustainable economic growth: from the Caucasus to Central Asia

When: February 5, 11:00 AM (Almaty time)
Where: In-person event (Venue details will be shared with confirmed participants)

Due to venue capacity constraints, participation will be limited to ensure a focused and substantive discussion. A hybrid option is not available.

About the event

This lecture will examine the evolving economic and geopolitical dynamics of the South Caucasus and Central Asia, emphasizing the potential for regional cooperation to drive sustainable development. Drawing on insights from the European Union’s integration model and Georgia’s economic trajectory, the discussion will assess pathways to enhance stability, innovation, and balanced growth through trade, investment, and international economic engagement.

Key discussion points:

• Applicability of the EU’s integration model to Central Asia
• Strategic priorities for regional stability and economic collaboration
• Georgia’s experience as a reference point for integration and development
• Trade and investment as drivers of regional economic transformation

The event will be conducted in English.

About the speaker

Kakha Gogolashvili is a Senior Fellow and Director of European Studies at the Georgian Foundation for Strategic and International Studies. A distinguished expert in European integration and diplomacy, he has led multiple EU-funded initiatives, contributed extensively to policy research, and provided strategic counsel to Georgian policymakers on EU relations and institutional reforms. He also serves as Co-Chairman of the EU-Georgia Civil Society Platform.