Georgia and Hungary Sign Memorandum to Deepen Strategic Cooperation in Agriculture

A Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation in the field of agriculture was signed between the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia and the Ministry of Agriculture of Hungary.

A government delegation, led by the Prime Minister of Georgia, Irakli Kobakhidze, is on an official visit to Hungary. Among the delegation members is the Minister of Environmental Protection and Agriculture, Davit Songulashvili.

As part of the visit to Budapest, Minister Davit Songulashvili met with his Hungarian counterpart, István Nagy, and signed a memorandum of understanding.

"I would like to emphasize that within the framework of cooperation with Hungary, we are already achieving tangible results through joint efforts. Hungary’s support in the process of aligning with EU legislation is especially noteworthy. We are pleased that with the help of Hungarian experts, Georgia will receive significant assistance in meeting EU requirements in agriculture and rural development," said Davit Songulashvili.

The memorandum aims to deepen strategic partnership and foster practical cooperation between the two countries in the agricultural sector. Both ministers expressed their readiness to continue active collaboration and contribute to the sustainable and inclusive development of the agrarian sector.

"Today’s meeting once again confirms the strategic partnership between our countries and contributes to strengthening our friendship. The memorandum signed today represents a new stage in Georgia–Hungary cooperation. It reflects our shared vision and firm commitment to address existing challenges effectively through concrete steps and joint efforts," said Minister Songulashvili.

He emphasized the importance of sharing knowledge and experience, including student and academic exchange programs.

"Strengthening Georgian experts and specialists will play a crucial role in the sector’s development. The success of each sector depends on the quality and potential of its human resources. I hope that concrete steps will be taken to ensure access for Georgian students and experts to Hungary’s educational programs," he noted.

The ministers also discussed forest management, highlighting it as a priority for both countries and an area where knowledge sharing is essential.

The memorandum of cooperation between Georgia and Hungary covers several key areas:

• Exchange of experience in the recognition, management, and protection of designations of origin and geographical indications;

• Promotion of traditional Hungarian products through the "Hungarikum" model;

• Management of state programs in the agriculture and food systems sectors;

• Transfer of agricultural knowledge and information;

• Support for Georgian student participation in Hungary’s agricultural education programs;

• Deepening scientific research cooperation;

• Development of partnerships in cereal production and seed material sectors.