AGP Executive Report

Energy & Trade: Georgia’s electricity exports to Turkey hit a 10-year low in May, with volumes down 4.8x and value down 7.8x, as Turkish prices collapsed amid more solar generation and favorable hydrology. Grid & Market Dynamics: A separate market review says Georgia’s overall exports fell 73.1% in May to 0.05 TWh, forcing power plants to run less to protect supply-demand balance. Digital Policy: Parliament has started a new licensing framework for international gambling operators, moving licensing into a systematic-electronic format and offering a 5% gross profit tax for online casinos aimed only at foreign players. Tech & Connectivity: Google Street View has launched in Georgia, adding about 13,000 km of roads and major landmarks to Google Maps/Earth. Public Sector Tech: The UN Public Service Awards in Tbilisi will recognize initiatives using digital tools, including AI and digital government, such as a national digital document verification platform and real-time public procurement monitoring. EU Context: Ireland’s EU presidency is set to keep enlargement high on the agenda as talks continue across the region.

Google Street View Launch in Georgia: Google has officially added Georgia to Street View, with about 13,000 km of roads captured and major landmarks like Jvari Monastery, Ushguli, and Tbilisi’s Bridge of Peace now viewable in 360-degree imagery, supported by cooperation between the Ministry of Economy and Sustainable Development and GITA. Census & Demographics: GeoStat reports Georgia’s 2024 population at 3,929,581, with foreign citizens at 3.4% (133,857) and a revised methodology that counts only foreign residents living in Georgia for over 12 months; Tbilisi is 1,331,485 and Batumi shows the biggest municipal growth. Digital Public Services at UN Forum: The UN Public Service Awards will recognize 12 initiatives, including digital verification and AI-enabled public service tools, with the ceremony in Tbilisi on June 25. Education Policy Debate: Georgia’s education minister defends the “one city, one faculty” plan that limits what state universities can teach and reshapes admissions quotas, after protests and warnings of major job losses. Local Tech/Business Growth: Commersant plans to expand beyond business news into supporting decision-making, while Alma highlights data-driven outdoor advertising and Reform Sport Club pushes modern fitness services.

Google Street View Launch: Google has officially rolled out Street View in Georgia, adding about 13,000 km of roads and key landmarks like Jvari Monastery, Ushguli, and the Bridge of Peace—aimed at boosting tourism, digitalization, and visibility for small businesses. Population & Migration Data: GeoStat’s 2024 census puts Georgia’s population at 3,929,581, with foreign citizens at 3.4% (133,857); the biggest groups include Russians, Indians, and Ukrainians, with data collected electronically. Education Policy: Georgia’s education minister defended the “one city, one faculty” reform, saying it consolidates resources around universities’ strengths and aligns admissions with labor-market needs, despite major cuts at some institutions. International School Deal: GEMS School Management and Omnia Georgia signed a pre-operational agreement to open a GEMS-managed international school in Tbilisi’s Isani district in September 2029. Tech & Business Media: Commersant says it wants to move beyond business news reporting to actively support decision-making for Georgia’s market. Rare Earth Supply Chain: The Pentagon-backed $725M rare-earth push targets a domestic gap in turning rare-earth oxides into metals for defense systems. Aviation Connectivity: China Eastern plans new routes including Tbilisi, as Chinese airlines expand international networks.

EU Policy & History: The European Parliament urged Georgia to open Soviet-era archives to counter Russian propaganda, citing gaps in research and historical education about the Soviet occupation. Regional Tech & Mobility: Georgia’s tech ecosystem gets a boost as Cellfie partners with Global Tech Weekend Tbilisi 2026 (June 19–21), aiming to connect innovators and share knowledge. Transport & Logistics: A new roadmap for the Middle Corridor says Azerbaijan’s route can triple cargo capacity, with priority upgrades spanning Central Asia, the Caucasus and the Black Sea—explicitly including Georgia’s rail modernization. Health & Innovation Access: In Samegrelo, Georgian officials backed a free medical campaign at Rukhi Republic Hospital, highlighting modern examinations and “hi-tech services” for communities beyond the occupation line. Education Pathways: Georgia’s student mobility story continues with a new articulation agreement (TCSG to Life University) designed to streamline credit transfer and expand undergraduate access. Legal & Civic Tech Angle: Seven people were sentenced to five years in prison over October 4, 2025 unrest in Tbilisi, including charges tied to attempts to seize a strategically important facility.

EU Policy & Archives: The European Parliament urged Georgia to open Soviet-era archives to counter Russian propaganda, citing gaps in research and historical education. Health Tech & Access: In Samegrelo, Georgia’s reconciliation-focused state policy backed a free medical campaign at Rukhi Republic Hospital, highlighting modern exams and “hi-tech services” beyond the occupation line. Regional Cooperation: Tajikistan and Georgia signed 11 cooperation agreements after high-level talks, including air transport, education and science, tourism, economic cooperation, corruption control, and climate-risk and adaptation work. AI & Privacy: UK digital identity firm Yoti said Georgia Tech and UC Irvine corrected a paper’s facial-ageing privacy allegation, after a retraction/correction request. Education Pathways: Life University and Georgia’s Technical College System announced a new articulation agreement to streamline transfers from 22 colleges, aligning 13 degree pathways and 58 course equivalencies. Tech Ecosystem: Cellfie partnered with Global Tech Weekend Tbilisi 2026 (June 19–21), supporting panels and keynotes for Georgia’s innovation community. Transport & Logistics: A Middle Corridor roadmap argues Azerbaijan-led growth could triple cargo volumes, with Georgia and Black Sea links tied to bottleneck upgrades.

Georgia–Tajikistan Cooperation: Tajikistan and Georgia signed 11 cooperation agreements after high-level talks, covering audit and anti-corruption work, air transport, tourism, education and science, economic cooperation, climate-risk and adaptation, and sports. EU Transparency Push: The European Parliament urged Georgia to open Soviet-era archives to counter Russian propaganda, tying the call to wider concerns about historical research and education. Tech & Startup Ecosystem: Cellfie joined Global Tech Weekend Tbilisi 2026 as a partner, backing knowledge sharing and new opportunities during the June 19–21 event. Digital Skills & Mobility: Georgia’s C5 visa is highlighted as a new home for digital nomads, while a separate education update points to stronger transfer pathways into Life University via Georgia’s technical colleges. AI Privacy Update: UK digital identity provider Yoti says a Georgia Tech/UC Irvine claim about sharing facial images was removed and corrected, with Yoti reiterating that facial images are deleted after age estimation. Regional Transport Boost: A Middle Corridor roadmap recommends upgrades to help triple freight volumes, with Georgia’s rail links and Black Sea logistics in focus.

EU Policy & Archives: The European Parliament urged Georgia to open Soviet-era archives to counter Russian propaganda, citing gaps in research and historical education; it also backed sanctions and rights-related demands tied to the Georgian Dream government. Tech & Talent Pipeline: Cellfie joined Global Tech Weekend Tbilisi 2026 as a partner, backing knowledge sharing across Georgia’s startup and innovation scene. Education Pathways: Life University and Georgia’s Technical College System announced a new articulation agreement to streamline transfers from all 22 TCSG colleges, aligning 13 degree pathways and 58 course equivalencies. STEM & Mobility: Georgia’s C5 visa is highlighted as a new home for digital nomads, aiming to attract international tech talent. Local Tech Community: Studfest 2026 in Tbilisi drew 20,000+ students, with Georgia’s PM and city officials backing the annual push for youth engagement in education and skills.

Global Tech Weekend Tbilisi 2026: The countdown is on for June 19–21, with pavilions set, tech checks done, and international guests arriving for a three-day push on startups, networking, and regional innovation. Local Startup Ecosystem: Georgian operator Cellfie is listed as a partner for the event, backing knowledge sharing and collaboration across the tech community. Education Pathways: Life University and Georgia’s Technical College System announced a new articulation agreement to streamline transfers from all 22 TCSG colleges, aligning 13 degree pathways and approving 58 course equivalencies. AI & Privacy: Yoti says a Georgia Tech/UC Irvine paper allegation about facial age checks sharing images with third parties has been removed via a correction, after Yoti requested a retraction. Transport & Trade: A report on the Middle Corridor urges upgrades to triple cargo volumes, with Georgia and the Black Sea basin tied to rail, port, and logistics bottleneck fixes. Agri-Food Innovation: Georgia’s blueberry sector gets international attention as the International Blueberry Organization visits growers and highlights market positioning and production integration.

Longevity Tech & Biotech: A Putin–Xi-linked discussion is reigniting global interest in anti-ageing research, with gene-editing and 3D bioprinting framed as the backbone of a fast-growing “longevity capital” industry. Privacy & Biometrics: Yoti says a Georgia Tech/UC Irvine paper allegation about sharing facial images was corrected and removed after investigation, with Georgia Tech also requesting media corrections. Regional Transport Tech: The Middle Corridor is set to triple capacity, with a roadmap calling for rail, port and ferry upgrades across Central Asia, the Caucasus and the Black Sea. Startup & Community: Cellfie is partnering with Global Tech Weekend Tbilisi 2026 (June 19–21), supporting panels and networking for the regional tech ecosystem. Tech & Infrastructure Debate: A Flint Hills Digital Campus data center proposal in Emporia faces local concerns over power, water, noise and environmental impacts. EU Tech Policy: MEPs warn Georgia’s democratic backsliding continues and push for conditional EU engagement and possible sanctions. Cultural Heritage: Georgia’s heritage agency accuses the Georgian Church of illegally demolishing a 6th-century basilica in Zguderi, Kareli, for a new church build.

AI Policy & Defense: A U.S. Senate measure would require “ultimate human responsibility” in autonomous weapons use, pushing back against efforts to loosen human oversight in AI-driven “kill chains.” EU Tech & Workload: EU enlargement staff face mounting pressure as more countries push for membership; officials say AI should mainly handle translation and simple tasks, not complex decisions. Georgia Heritage Under Pressure: Georgia’s National Heritage Protection Agency says a 6th-century basilica in Zguderi (Kareli) was fully demolished without permission for a new church. Health & Chemicals: ENDO 2026 research links early-life exposure to DEHP plasticizer (in medical tubing and toys) to long-lasting anxiety-like behavior in animals. Regional Tech Scene: Global Tech Weekend Tbilisi 2026 opens June 19–21, with pavilions, international speakers, and networking for 10,000+ attendees. Eurasian Integration Watch: An EAEU summit in Astana highlights speculation about Armenia’s future in the bloc, suggesting limits of current integration.

Global Tech Weekend Tbilisi 2026 Countdown: With the opening ceremony set for June 19, organizers say pavilions are ready, tech checks are done, and international guests are arriving for the three-day event drawing 10,000+ attendees across Tbilisi. AI & Enlargement Workload: EU officials say candidate countries’ AI-driven skepticism is rising as the Commission leans on AI to handle growing enlargement demands, with warnings to use it mainly for simple tasks. Georgia’s Tech Export Story: A new report puts Georgia’s 2025 IT export revenue at $1.15B (up 67% YoY), while flagging constraints like labor limits for foreign workers and lack of government as a tech customer. Language Tech for Georgian: Georgia’s push to keep its language alive online is getting help from web standards work, aiming to ensure Georgian script and representation work properly across the internet. Cultural Heritage Alarm: Georgia’s heritage agency says a 6th-century basilica ruin in Zguderi was fully demolished without permission for a new church build. EU Politics, Georgia Included: A European Parliament report accuses Georgian Dream of shifting toward cooperation with China, Russia, and Iran, citing concerns over strategic infrastructure and the Middle Corridor. Defense AI Oversight: A U.S. Senate measure would require “ultimate human responsibility” in autonomous weapons use, pushing back against efforts to speed AI deployment.

Georgian Tech Exports: A new analysis says Georgia’s IT export revenue hit $1.15B in 2025 (+67% YoY), with growth driven by foreign capital and rising demand—while constraints like foreign-worker limits and weak government tech purchasing could slow momentum. Digital Nomads & Policy: Georgia approved a new C5 visa pathway for remote workers, aiming to formalize long-running nomad demand while tightening oversight through a separate work-permit regime. AI & Language Tech: A report looks at how Georgia is pushing Georgian language support into the digital world, with standards work (via W3C) helping keep the script and language usable online. Cybercrime Crackdown: Europol and U.S. prosecutors dismantled the AudiA6 crypto-laundering service, allegedly used by ransomware groups; two suspects were arrested in Georgia. EU Politics on Tech & Infrastructure: Two European Parliament reports accuse Georgian Dream of shifting away from Euro-Atlantic integration toward cooperation with China, Russia, and Iran, including concerns over strategic infrastructure projects. Global Tech Context: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang argues society needs “new social norms” as AI spreads. Energy Tech Angle: A week’s coverage also highlights how AI-driven power demand is reshaping the nuclear race, with China accelerating reactor construction.

AI & Energy Race: A new analysis says China is set to overtake the U.S. in nuclear power generation within five years, driven by AI-driven electricity demand and faster reactor build times. Georgia Tech & Finance: Nino Jeladze, vice-governor of the National Bank of Georgia, discussed how geopolitics, stablecoins, CBDCs, and AI are reshaping central banking at the Central Banking Annual Meetings in London. EU Policy Pressure: A European Parliament report says Georgian Dream is shifting toward cooperation with China, Russia, and Iran, raising concerns about rule-of-law and connectivity projects. Space & Astrobiology: A Free University of Tbilisi physicist argues Earth could, in principle, have delivered bacteria-bearing dust to Jupiter’s moon Europa over millions of years. Local Tech Community: Global Tech Weekend Tbilisi 2026 (June 19–21) is set to bring 10,000+ attendees for AI, fintech, Web3, gaming, and urban innovation networking. Crypto Watch: Markets are in pre-FOMC limbo as Kevin Warsh takes his first FOMC spotlight and Binance’s MiCA situation stays in focus. Science Events: Georgia will host the World Rugby U20 Championship starting June 27, with matches in Tbilisi and Kutaisi.

AI & Chips: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang urged “new social norms” for AI, arguing society should actively use it despite fears about jobs and risks. Nuclear Power Race: A new analysis says China is set to overtake the U.S. in nuclear generation within five years, driven by AI-driven electricity demand and faster, cheaper reactor builds. Space Science: A Tbilisi physicist argues Earth could, in principle, seed Europa’s ocean via dust grains surviving impacts—reviving interest in Europa as a life-hunting target. Cyber & Finance: U.S.-led action dismantled a $389M Bitcoin laundering network tied to dark-web services, highlighting how crypto anonymity fuels crime. Defense AI Oversight: A U.S. Senate push would require “ultimate human responsibility” in autonomous weapons, aiming to block moves that reduce human control in lethal decision chains. Local Tech & Education: Georgia’s first official Laravel meetup was announced, while a Georgian startup (EasyGeorgian) showcased how AI can support language learning content and tooling. Regional Tech Diplomacy: Georgia and Serbia leaders discussed cooperation spanning trade, technology, education, and science, including plans for a free trade agreement.

Nuclear Race: China is set to overtake the U.S. in nuclear power generation within five years, driven by AI-driven electricity demand and faster, cheaper reactor builds—raising new questions for global energy security. AI & Defense Oversight: A U.S. Senate push would require “ultimate human responsibility” in AI-powered kill chains, aiming to block moves that reduce human involvement in autonomous weapons. Georgian Startup (Language Tech): A Tbilisi team behind EasyGeorgian says it uses AI mainly for automation and tooling, while keeping teaching and curriculum human—an example of practical AI adoption for local needs. Solar Planning (Regional): A new Southeast solar report and webinar highlights Georgia’s place in a fast-growing solar-and-storage market through 2030. Space Longevity: NASA’s robotic missions are celebrated for decades-long operation, with de-orbiting and end-of-life planning still a key engineering challenge. Sports & Youth: Georgia will host the World Rugby U20 Championship starting June 27, with matches across Tbilisi and Kutaisi. Tech, Energy, Region: Talks around the Middle Corridor and a planned 43-km Armenia link focus on moving cargo, energy, data, and capital across Eurasia. Local Health Tech Activism: Georgia’s Duchenne fundraising marathon spotlights gaps in state support and the push for access to newer treatments.

AI Visibility for Coaches: Coach Visibility Agency in Tbilisi released a free guide to help health and fitness coaches get their brands into AI answers from ChatGPT, Gemini and similar tools as AI overviews siphon clicks from traditional search. Energy Tech in the Caspian: BP and SOCAR highlighted advanced drilling and completion tech, including a 1.1-kilometer horizontal open pipe, to boost output at the Azeri–Chirag–Gunashli field. Human Control in AI Weapons: A U.S. Senate Armed Services measure from Sen. Mark Kelly would require “ultimate human responsibility” in AI-powered kill chains, pushing back against efforts to speed AI deployment. Georgia–Serbia Tech Cooperation: Georgian President Mikheil Kavelashvili met Serbia’s Aleksandar Vučić, with both sides pointing to deeper ties in political, economic, technological, educational and science-research cooperation. AI Infrastructure in the Region: Forbes Georgia profiled Armenia’s Eleveight AI “factory” using NVIDIA Blackwell B300 processors, with Georgia framed as part of its regional vision. Digital Identity & Safety Policy: Multiple reports point to governments moving on digital identity and social media age assurance, including EU and national-level pushes for stronger online safety rules.