Memorandum of Understanding was signed between Geocase and Ankara Center for Crisis and Policy Research (ANKASAM).

The memorandum envisages mutual cooperation in various directions. In the framework of the agreement, the parties will promote joint research projects, organize and encourage to convene on forums, seminars, conferences and roundtables sessions on issues of common concern. They will also collaborate to promote mutual visits and expert to expert consultation of the think tanks of the two countries as well as publish academic works and publicize their academic achievements through various channels.

The document was signed by Mr Victor Kipiani, Chairman of Geocase, and Prof. Mehmet Seyfettin Erol, President of Ankara Center for Crisis and Policy Research (ANKASAM).

‘We are very glad to further tighten our professional ties by signing this MoU with one of the most leading think tanks in Turkey. I strongly believe that it will not only promote cooperation between the two think tanks through exchanging experiences and expert analysis but also will facilitate fostering existing close bilateral relations between Turkey and Georgia’, - noted Mr Kipiani.