On 6 May, the Delegation of the European Union to Georgia held a big event dedicated to Europe Day at Expo Georgia. Over ten thousand people from Tbilisi joined.

Throughout the day participants of the event, young and old, enjoyed a variety of activities. 16 Member States of the European Union presented their cultures and traditions in “Eurovillage” including performances of singing and dancing. Partners of the European Union showcased the results and benefits for Georgian citizens, which have been created thanks to the EU’s assistance to Georgia. The Young European Ambassadors shared their ideas and perspectives on the Youth Stage with Ambassador Herczynski joining them for a live discussion.

The event was officially opened by Irakli Gharibashvili, Prime Minister of Georgia, Shalva Papuashvili, Chairman of the Parliament of Georgia, Kakha Kaladze, Mayor of Tbilisi, and Pawel Herczynski, Ambassador of the European Union. The opening was attended by representatives of the diplomatic corps, the Government, partners, journalists and many participants of Europe Day. You can watch the full opening with all speeches here.

Many inhabitants and visitors of Tbilisi joined the event to discover more about the European Union, participate in fun games and interactive activities and taste the delicious food of Georgian farmers exhibiting their product at the Europe Day edition of “Unique Georgian Taste”.