Georgia–Mexico relations

The nations of Georgia and Mexico established diplomatic relations in 1992.[1] Both nations are members of the United Nations and the World Trade Organization.

Georgia–Mexico relations
Map indicating locations of Georgia and Mexico

Georgia

Mexico

History

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Diplomatic relations between Georgia and Mexico were established on 8 June 1992 soon after the dissolution of the Soviet Union.[1] Soon after independence, both nations accredited ambassadors to each other via-third nations. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations, official relations between both nations have been limited.

In 2008, during the Russo-Georgian War; Mexico remained neutral and asked for both sides to seek peace.[2] Mexico has not recognized the independence of Abkhazia nor South Ossetia.[3] In September 2010, Georgian Prime Minister Nika Gilauri attended the bicentennial of Mexican Independence.[2] Later that year in December 2010, Georgian President Mikheil Saakashvili attended the UN Conference on Climate Change (COP16) held in Cancún and where he met with President Felipe Calderón.[2][4]

In August 2011, Georgian Foreign Minister Grigol Vashadze paid a visit to Mexico and announced the opening of a Georgian embassy in the country. The embassy was opened later that year in Mexico City.[4] In July 2016, a Mexican Delegation of the Foreign Relations Committee, led by Senator Gabriela Cuevas Barron, paid a visit to Georgia.[5]

In 2022, both nations celebrated 30 years of diplomatic relations.[6]

High-level visits

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High-level visits from Georgia to Mexico[2]

High-level visits from Mexico to Georgia[5]

Bilateral agreement

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Both nations have agreed on a Memorandum of Understanding for the Establishment of Political Consultations on Issues of Mutual Interests, and an Agreement in Educational and Cultural Cooperation (2022).[7][8]

Trade

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In 2023, two-way trade between both nations amounted to US$15.7 million.[9] Georgia's main exports to Mexico include: chemical based products, electronic integrated circuits, electronic wires and cables, clothing, nuts, and parts and accessories for motor vehicles. Mexico's main exports to Georgia include: alcohol, motor vehicles, tubes and pipes from iron or steel, mechanical appliances, dried vegetables, and fish.[9]

 
Embassy of Georgia in Mexico City

Resident diplomatic missions

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References

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