The Governor of the National Bank of Georgia (NBG), Natia Turnava, met with a delegation of the Movement of the Enterprises of France (MEDEF). The delegation comprised representatives of approximately 20 major French business groups and companies implementing projects across various regions worldwide, including Central Asia and the South Caucasus.

During the meeting, Governor Turnava briefed the delegation on Georgia’s macroeconomic environment, economic outlook, and financial stability framework.

It was noted that macroeconomic fundamentals remain strong. Long-term inflation expectations are well anchored, and according to the NBG’s forecast, inflation is expected to approach the 3 percent target in 2026.

Governor Turnava also provided an overview of developments in Georgia’s banking sector, emphasizing that the sector remains sound and resilient. Against the backdrop of strong economic fundamentals, the National Bank of Georgia continues to pursue a prudent policy of international reserve accumulation, with reserves currently standing at a record-high level.

The discussion further highlighted robust economic growth, driven in part by structural transformations within the economy. The parties also exchanged views on fintech development initiatives.

The NBG Governor underscored that Georgia highly values its long-standing partnership with France and the confidence demonstrated by French investors in the country.

The meeting was also attended on behalf of the National Bank of Georgia by First Vice Governor Ekaterine Mikabadze, Head of the Macroeconomics and Statistics Department Tamta Sopromadze, Head of the Financial Stability Department David Utiashvili, and Head of the International Relations Department Giorgi Edilashvili.