The FT is delighted to announce that H.E. Mr Nika Gilauri, 
the Prime Minister of Georgia will open both
FT Invest in Georgia Forums

Now in its third successful year, the FT Invest in Georgia Forum is designed to help senior executives understand the business opportunities offered in Georgia within the wider economic and political context. The forum will examine which strategic initiatives are supporting economic growth, and what key investment opportunities and challenges are on the horizon for investors.

The Prime Minister of Georgia H. E. Mr. Nika Gilauri shall open the forums with a discussion of how the government is creating further incentives for private companies to invest. He will be joined by speakers who represent the leading decision-makers in Georgia's economic future, including foreign investors who will share insights into what competitive advantages Georgia presents and how they overcame any challenges in enhancing their business in Georgia.

Both London and Abu Dhabi forums are half-day events, starting at 09.00 and closing with a networking lunch at midday. The format has been designed to promote discussion and interactivity between speakers and attendees and proceedings will be expertly hosted by Quentin Peel, International Affairs Editor, Financial Times.

Speakers Include:

H. E. Mr. Nika Gilauri, Prime Minister of Georgia
Alexander Khetaguri, Minister of Energy of Georgia
Alexander Kvitashvili, Minister of Health, Labour and Social Protection of Georgia - London event only
Zurab Pololikashvili, Minister of Economic Development of Georgia - London event only
Bakur Kvezereli, Minister of Agriculture of Georgia - Abu Dhabi event only
Thomas Mirow, President, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)- London event only
Guy Lewis, CEO, HSBC Georgia - London event only
Martti Yrö-Koskinen, Head of Communications, TeliaSonera Eurasia

Discussions will be highly focused, with top-level content and informed analysis, enabling attendees to identify the best options for their business. Topics will include:

• What is the macroeconomic outlook for Georgia?
• How will the recent Liberty, Opportunity and Dignity Act create further incentives for private companies to invest?
• What contributed to the resilience of Georgia's economy throughout the global financial crisis?
• Which sectors will offer investors the best returns in the short, medium and long term?
• What are the most promising renewable energy investment opportunities?
• Which developing areas - such as healthcare - will open up new investment opportunities?
• What lessons can be learnt from foreign companies that have invested in Georgia?
   

Reasons to attend

Attendees of the FT Invest in Georgia Forum will gain an unrivalled insight into what it takes to enhance their business in Georgia. Make sure you attend this premier thought-leadership event to:

• Network with other key decision makers in an environment designed to promote discussion and interactivity
• Hear success stories from foreign investors and learn how to avoid potential pitfalls.
• Identify key investment opportunities and understand investment strategies in Georgia within the wider economic and political context. 
  

Attendance at events in this series is by invitation only. Invitations are being extended to CEOs, CFOs, COOs, senior board members, decision makers and strategists from blue-chip companies interested in, or already investing in Georgia.

 Additional senior applicants will be considered for invitation subject to availability of places and meeting the above criteria.  Click here to apply.