Caring for the diaspora was declared a constitutional obligation of the state in 2017, which is a rare practice, and the Georgian government implements many projects to fulfil this obligation. Such a statement the Prime Minister of Georgia made at the forum dedicated to Diaspora Day.

"However, we realize that much more needs to be done to maximally care for our compatriots living abroad and maintaining their close ties with the homeland.

We have no right, as a small nation, not to pay special attention to our diaspora. The state’s efforts will continue to be directed toward implementing programs dedicated to preserving the national and cultural identity of diaspora representatives and education issues. Also, special attention will be paid to youth, maintaining young people’s close ties with the homeland, and students who went abroad to study, who must create our country`s successful future.

We will do everything so that as many people as possible decide to return to their homeland, where we must provide them with adequate living conditions and dignified employment. I am pleased to note that last year, the number of fellow citizens who returned to their homeland slightly exceeded those who emigrated. We hope that, along with rapid economic growth, the number of emigrants returning to the homeland will increase year-on-year", - said Irakli Kobakhidze.