**Georgian Prime Minister Visits United Arab Emirates**
On January 26, Georgian Dream Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze arrived in the United Arab Emirates for a visit. He met with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Minister of Tolerance Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan.
**Meetings Focus on Economic and Investment Ties**
The meetings focused on deepening economic and investment ties between Georgia and the UAE, according to official press releases by the GD government. A Georgian delegation accompanied Kobakhidze, including ministers Levan Davitashvili and Maka Botchorishvili.
**Meeting with President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan**
During a meeting with the UAE President on January 27, the focus was on deepening economic and investment ties between the two countries. The Georgian government welcomed investments from the UAE and expressed interest in continuing talks with the Abu Dhabi State Investment Company to expand cooperation in strategic logistics and transport projects.
**Meeting with Minister of Tolerance Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan**
The Prime Minister met with the UAE Minister of Tolerance on January 26, discussing successful cooperation between Georgia and the UAE in various fields. The meeting focused on expanding investment relations and highlighted the importance of the Tbilisi Dry Port project.
**Signing of Memorandum with EMAAR Properties**
On January 27, a memorandum of cooperation was signed with EMAAR Properties, one of the largest real estate developers in the UAE. This will be the largest investment in Georgia’s history, with Emaar Properties/Eagle Hills investing $6 billion in the country.
**Visit Amidst Economic Challenges**
The visit comes at a time when Western financial assistance and investment in Georgia have been halted due to allegations of electoral fraud and human rights abuses. The signing of the memorandum is seen as a boost for the Georgian economy, which has faced significant challenges.