Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze hosted an Iftar dinner in honor of the country’s Muslim community, emphasizing the government’s continued support for religious diversity and inclusion.
“We take pride in Georgia’s multicultural, multiethnic, and multireligious identity. The Georgian government fully supports the Muslim community, a commitment that will continue in the future,” Kobakhidze stated in his speech.
Highlighting past initiatives, the Prime Minister noted that since 2014, over 250 mosques have been transferred to the Muslim community for permanent use, and government funding of 35 million GEL has been allocated. “This reflects the great importance we place on the contribution of Georgia’s Muslim community to the country’s development,” he added.
Several key religious figures addressed the attendees, including Zaza Vashakmadze, head of the State Agency for Religious Issues, Western Georgia’s Mufti Adam Shantadze, Sheikh of Georgian Muslims Faig Nabiev, and Eastern Georgia’s Mufti Etibar Eminov.
The event, held on behalf of the Prime Minister, was also attended by Tea Akhvlediani, Minister for Reconciliation and Civic Equality, Tornike Rizhvadze, Chairman of the Government of Adjara, members of Parliament, regional officials, and representatives of the diplomatic corps.
