Government of Georgia – Appearance 2017

Meeting with Ginkgo Bioworks Print Version

2017-01-20

During the World Economic Forum in Davos, Georgian Prime Minister Giorgi Kvirikashvili had a meeting today with Gingko Bioworks CEO Jason Kelly. The discussion involved Georgia's biotechnology potential and prospects of enhancing Gingko Bioworks presence in Georgia.

According to the Prime Minister, the Georgian Government's reform agenda, among other directions, includes the development of innovative economy, which is expected to be a driving force of rapid economic development.

During the meeting, the parties also discussed the importance of academic-private sector cooperation and issues related to commercializing innovative products.

Prime Minister's Press Office