Lasha Darsalia attends 9th Istanbul Mediation Conference

Lasha Darsalia, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia, participated in the 9th Istanbul Mediation Conference. The event, hosted by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, focused on the peaceful resolution of global and regional conflicts, preventive diplomacy, and strengthening the role of mediation.

During a panel discussion titled ‘Common Commitment to Peace: Experiences and Perspectives’, Darsalia emphasized the importance of dialogue, mutual respect, and international law in conflict resolution. He addressed the complex humanitarian situation in Georgia’s occupied regions and reaffirmed the country’s commitment to peaceful settlement policies.

Additionally, Darsalia highlighted the growing significance of the ‘Middle Corridor’ in connecting Asia and Europe, noting Georgia’s potential to serve as a strategic transit hub. The conference included video messages from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and UN Secretary-General António Guterres.