Georgian PM says Georgia advancing national spatial development concept with international support

Georgian prime minister Irakli Kobakhidze on Monday emphasised that with the support of international partners, Georgia was advancing the National Spatial Development Concept.

In his speech at the 13th session of the World Urban Forum, Kobakhidze noted that to ensure the effective implementation of these reforms, his government had strengthened institutional coordination through a specialized agency within the system of central government.

“With the support of our international partners, Georgia is advancing the National Spatial Development Concept. This landmark document serves as the important foundation for housing and urban development, ensuring a harmonious integration of space that reflects our commitment to balanced and sustainable development across every region of our country”, he said.

“To ensure the effective implementation of these reforms, we have strengthened institutional coordination through a specialized agency within the system of central government”, Kobakhidze noted.

He highlighted that his mechanism supported long-term planning and helped ensure that urban transformation was guided by strategic vision, continuity and effective governance.

“At the same time, we recognize that resilient cities are not defined solely by physical infrastructure. They must also respond to social realities, demographic changes and emerging environmental challenges. Modern urban resilience requires accessible public services, sustainable mobility, climate-conscious planning and policies that improve the quality of life for every community”, he concluded.