Feb 27, 2025
GEORGIAN TRADE DELEGATION JOINS HANDS WITH SGCC TO FORGE A NEW BLUEPRINT FOR EURASIAN COOPERATION
(Shenzhen, China, February 27, 2025) – Georgian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Alexander Khvtisiashvili led a trade delegation to the Shenzhen General Chamber of Commerce (SGCC) today, reaching a strategic consensus on deepening economic and trade cooperation between Shenzhen and Georgia. Fully coordinated by the Georgia Growth Fund (GGF), this visit aims to leverage SGCC’s global resource network to help Shenzhen enterprises tap into Eurasian markets by utilizing Georgia’s strategic location and policy advantages, exploring new paths for two-way investment.
SGCC: The “Super Connector” of China’s Innovation Economy
As one of China’s most dynamic business associations, SGCC serves as a strategic pivot for international cooperation through three core strengths:
Trillion-Yuan Business Ecosystem: SGCC’s 6,500+ member enterprises include industry leaders such as Huawei, DJI, and BGI, covering cutting-edge sectors like new energy, biotechnology, and digital finance. In 2024, the total revenue of SGCC member enterprises accounted for 75% of Shenzhen’s GDP.
Policy Enablement Engine: SGCC plays a key role in Shenzhen’s pioneering economic reforms, facilitating the implementation of national policies such as cross-border e-commerce pilot zones and international data hubs, ensuring seamless integration with global trade regulations.
Global Resource Network: With liaison offices in 20 international cities including New York, Berlin, and Singapore, SGCC has facilitated over 120 cross-border projects, such as the China-Europe Smart Manufacturing Park and the Southeast Asia Digital Trade Hub, with cross-border cooperation exceeding $30 billion in 2024.
Cao Chunhui, Vice President of SGCC, stated: “We are committed to building a ‘fast track’ for Shenzhen enterprises to access Georgia, transforming China’s innovation potential into market momentum across Eurasia.”
Georgia Growth Fund (GGF): Bridging Needs with Opportunities
As the key coordinator of this partnership, GGF will play a key coordinator and support mechanism assisting SGCC members to enter Georgia and unleash all the opportunities Georgia has to offer.
Targeted Matching: Identify six key investment zones and tailor “one enterprise, one policy” cooperation plans for Shenzhen companies based on their technological strengths.
George Berishvili, CEO of GGF, emphasized: “We are not just facilitators but also risk management partners, ensuring that China’s technological edge is deeply integrated with Georgia’s gateway advantages.”
