The EU is supporting SMEs through 40+ projects in Georgia

The regional project, commissioned by the European Commission (EC) and undertaken by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), aims to facilitate the transition and foster sustainable and equitable economic growth models in the Eastern Partnership (EaP) countries.

Project Objectives: Identify the needs of the local communities in target regions, promote of development and/or enhancement of tourism and agricultural value chains, improve skills and competencies through vocational education for target groups in rural areas, strengthen rural development in target regions.

The project aims to bolster Georgia's Competition and Consumer Protection Policy to align with its commitments under the EU-Georgia Association Agreement.

Project Objectives: improve production capacity of local businesses through a quality control laboratory for agricultural products, crops, diary and wine; assure economic activity and social inclusion through improved technical tools, skills, know-how and capacities of all individuals and businesses involved in agricultural production value chain and tourism.

This project seeks to enhance Oni Municipality's economic competitiveness by establishing and nurturing business clusters to attract potential investors.

The main goal of the Joint EU-UN Programme is to enhance the quality of life and socio-economic conditions of the rural population in Abkhazia, with a particular emphasis on agriculture, ensuring equal benefits for both men and women as well as specific groups like individuals with disabilities or minority ethnic communities.

The project significantly contributes to strengthening both the institutional and human capacities of GEOSTM. It enhances Georgia's standardization and metrology infrastructure, ensuring it can provide tailored services to stakeholders.

The Mayors for Economic Growth (M4EG) initiative, a partnership between the EU and UNDP, supports mayors and their teams across the Eastern Partnership region.

This project assists Eastern Partner governments in enhancing institutional frameworks, particularly for SMEs. It involves supporting the development of SME strategies, implementing monitoring systems, and fostering public-private dialogue to inform policymaking and monitor reform progress.

Within the project, the implementing European food safety institutions work closely with Georgian colleagues for legal approximation. They also align national rules and procedures with EU standards and build capacities in food safety, veterinary, phytosanitary, and SPS border control.

The project assists established firms seeking financing from capital markets for various purposes such as infrastructure development, energy efficiency, green projects, and early-stage funding.

The "EU4Business: Connecting Companies" project seeks to boost trade between EU Member States and the six Eastern Partner countries, prioritizing five sectors with high potential for SME export expansion: Organic Food, Creative Industries, Textiles, Tourism, and Wine-making.