On June 19, during an official visit to Dushanbe, Irakli Kobakhidze, the Prime Minister of Georgia, met Kokhir Rasulzoda, the Prime Minister of the Republic of Tajikistan, the Government Administration reported. At the one-on-one meeting, both sides highlighted the special importance of Kobakhidze’s first official visit to Tajikistan at the highest level, expressing confidence that it would open a new phase in bilateral relations and give additional momentum to cooperation across multiple sectors. The parties also underlined the need to enhance coordination within international organizations and broader multilateral frameworks.

Rasulzoda stated that the visit marked a historic milestone, reaffirming Tajikistan’s intention to deepen friendly relations with Georgia. "This is a historic moment for our countries. It is the first visit by the Head of the Government of Georgia to Tajikistan and I am confident that it will open a new and very important chapter in the history of our bilateral relations," he stated, adding that relations between the two peoples had long been based on trust and mutual respect. Kobakhidze, in turn, emphasized appreciation for the warm reception, stating that the visit was indeed historic and reflected long-standing friendship between the two states. He stressed Georgia’s readiness to further strengthen cooperation and thanked Tajikistan for its support of Georgia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Following the tête-à-tête, talks continued in an expanded format with the participation of both delegations, where discussions focused on strengthening cooperation in trade, economy, transport, logistics, culture, tourism, and humanitarian ties. Later the same day, Kobakhidze also met Emomali Rahmon, the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, where both sides reviewed opportunities for deepening political and economic relations, as well as cooperation within international organizations. Rahmon emphasized the importance of strengthening bilateral ties and expanding sectoral collaboration.

The Government of Georgia and Tajikistan released a joint communiqué summarizing the outcomes of Kobakhidze’s June 19–20 visit to Tajikistan. The document stated that both sides expressed readiness to elevate relations to a new level, based on sovereignty, equality, mutual benefit, and historical friendship. It highlighted plans to deepen cooperation in economy, trade, investment, transport, transit, agriculture, science and education, culture, tourism, healthcare, sports, and youth policy. The communiqué also stressed the importance of activating parliamentary friendship groups and expanding foreign policy coordination within international organizations, while noting significant untapped potential in trade and regional connectivity, particularly through the Middle Corridor.

Moreover, the Prime Minister of Georgia told journalists in Tajikistan that deepening cooperation with Central Asian states was of particular importance for Georgia’s economic development. Kobakhidze stated that "deepening our cooperation with the countries of Central Asia is of particular importance," emphasizing that these processes would allow Georgia to make significantly greater use of its economic potential.

Kobakhidze noted that Georgia serves as a key connector linking seven countries to the Black Sea and, consequently, to the Western economic space, adding that maximizing this transit and logistical role was a strategic priority. He also emphasized ongoing engagement with regional partners, stating that cooperation with Tajikistan was an important part of this broader approach.

Referring to regional diplomacy, Kobakhidze stated that Georgia had recently visited Kyrgyzstan and was planning upcoming visits to Kazakhstan, while also noting that the presidents of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan were expected to visit Georgia in July. He said these developments reflected "very positive momentum" in relations with Central Asian countries and would strengthen Georgia’s transit function and connectivity investments. He added that Georgia maintains strong ties with Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Turkey, while simultaneously expanding cooperation with Central Asia as part of a wider economic strategy.

Kobakhidze also stated that during the visit to Tajikistan, 11 agreements were signed covering cooperation in various fields. He emphasized that the visit was the first high-level visit from Georgia to Tajikistan in the history of bilateral relations and that only three agreements had previously existed between the two countries. He noted that the newly signed documents covered areas including trade, economy, education, and culture, and expressed gratitude for the hospitality received during meetings with the President, the Prime Minister, and the Speaker of Parliament, adding that the discussions had been productive and forward-looking.