Diplomatic relations established between Georgia and Nauru

Establishment of diplomatic relations

Diplomatic relations have been established between Georgia and the Republic of Nauru. The relevant document was signed by Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze and President of the Republic of Nauru David Adeang in New York, at a meeting held within the framework of the UN General Assembly. According to Irakli Kobakhidze, a new stage of relations between the two countries begins with the signing of this protocol. Imedi+8

At the meeting, the Prime Minister thanked the President of Nauru for canceling diplomatic relations with Georgia's occupied territories. Kobakhidze noted that this decision emphasizes the importance of upholding the principles of international law. The meeting was also attended by Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Maka Bochorishvili, Head of the Government Administration Levan Zhorzholiani, and Permanent Representative of Georgia to the UN David Bakradze. Imedi+5

Prerequisites and details

The Republic of Nauru has revoked its recognition of the so-called independence of Abkhazia and the Tskhinvali region and canceled diplomatic relations with them. According to Radio Liberty, the Nauru authorities made this decision on July 21, 2026, while the Georgian government issued a decree on the establishment of diplomatic relations on September 16. In Sokhumi and Tskhinvali, they stated that this step is the result of Western pressure on Nauru. 1TV+2

The parties also discussed issues of cooperation in multilateral formats and prospects for deepening partnership in areas of mutual interest. Imedi+4