Inclusive Growth through Better Governance and Partnerships

Growth in the Asia and Pacific region is strong, but growth alone is not enough for the region to succeed in an era of global change, ADB's President said in his annual address to the Board of Governors. Read More

Governors' Seminar: How Can Asia Respond to the Global Economic Crisis

A global slowdown can have spillover effects on Asia's economies. How can the region rebalance, diversify and ensure everyone benefits from the boom? Read More

ADB Secures $12.4 Billion for Asian Development Fund

The funds will help improve the lives of millions of Asia's poorest through inclusive, sustainable growth. Read More

Developing Asia Growth Subdued but Steady - ADB Report

Weak global demand will weigh on developing Asia in 2012, but growth rates in most economies remain robust and should rise in 2013, says the Asian Development Outlook 2012 report. Read More

Overview

Georgia is a small, open economy strategically located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. It is an important nodal point for regional trade flows. Since 2003, the government has implemented far-reaching reforms to deregulate the economy, to remove bureaucratic barriers, and to eliminate corruption, while strengthening transparency and accountability.

An interim operational strategy approved in 2008 guides ADB's investments in the country until a new country partnership strategy is launched in 2013.

Fast Facts

4.47 (2011)
Population in millions

1.0% (2009-2011)
Annual population growth rate

21.0% (2009)
Population living below the national poverty line