The Minister of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia, Mr David Songulashvili, met with David Morrison, Chair of the Board of the Caucasus Nature Fund (CNF).

During the meeting, the parties discussed the development of Georgia’s protected areas and explored opportunities to strengthen bilateral cooperation.

“Cooperation with international partners enables us to strengthen biodiversity conservation, adopt modern management approaches, and ensure the long-term preservation of natural ecosystems”, - said David Songulashvili.

The sides paid particular attention to expanding the Kolkheti Protected Areas, the significance of the Rioni Strict Nature Reserve, and protecting sturgeon species and their habitats.

The discussions also addressed the potential for UNESCO recognition of the Batsara-Babaneuri Protected Areas, as well as prospects for the further development of Georgia’s protected areas and national parks.