ALMATY – Kazakhstan became the second-largest importer of Georgian goods, strengthening its position among Georgia’s key trading partners, as Kazakhstan imported $743.8 million worth of Georgian products in the January-October 2025 period, marking a 4.1% increase compared with the same period in 2024.
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According to the latest data from the Georgian National Statistics Office, published on Nov. 19, CIS countries remained Georgia’s main export destinations, with the Kyrgyz Republic taking the lead at $1.23 billion. Russia ranked third, with imports of $608.3 million, while deliveries to Azerbaijan and Armenia declined.
Exports driven by automobiles and metal concentrates
Georgia’s overall trade grew by 8.6%, driven largely by a surge in car exports, which accounted for almost 40% of all exports.
Georgian exports rose to $5.84 billion with car exports totaling $2.29 billion, maintaining their status as Georgia’s primary export commodity.
Other sectors also saw notable gains as exports of precious metal ore concentrates nearly doubled, reaching $291.6 million.
Imports approaching $15 Billion
Georgia’s imports grew to $14.99 billion, supported by strong inflows from major trading partners. The United States and Türkiye remained the largest suppliers, each accounting for $2.27 billion in goods.
China strengthened its position as Georgia’s third-largest import partner, increasing shipments to $1.62 billion.
Key import items included automobiles, petroleum products and pharmaceuticals as commodities that continue to dominate Georgia’s external demand structure.
