David Songulashvili: “ We learn about all issues that need a prompt response during staff meetings."

Minister of Environmental Protection and Agriculture, Mr. David Songulashvili, visited the Adjara region. Meetings were held with employees of the Agencies within the Ministry system.

 During the meetings, the parties focused on current activities, future plans, and existing needs.

The Minister also visited the sturgeon breeding farm located in the village of Khutsubani, Kobuleti municipality, where he met with farmers and entrepreneurs.

 

“We discussed research progress and plans today in Batumi, in the National Environmental Agency's state-of-the-art laboratories, within the context of working meetings in the regions. These laboratories play a vital role in monitoring the water quality and biodiversity of the Black Sea,” stated Mr. David Songulashvili.

 

According to the Minister, the prevention, detection, and suppression of Black Sea pollution and illegal use of natural resources are top priorities in the Adjara region. The renovation of the new office of the Environmental Supervision Division in the Adjara region will be completed shortly. The division is making every effort to establish suitable working conditions.

 

"At the working meetings held with the employees of our agencies, we receive information about all the challenges that are relevant and require a timely response. Such meetings are the best opportunity to make the most effective decisions.

 

In addition, we met with fish producers. We have potential in this direction, and we must be able to use it. The Government provides support for us. It is important to ensure that a state laboratory in Batumi is equipped with modern equipment and works towards diagnosing fish diseases. Our goal is to provide fish farmers with the opportunity to receive internationally standardized testing locally," the Minister of Environmental Protection and Agriculture noted.