Mr. Gogita Todradze delivers public lecture at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University

Date: 22 October 2026

Mr. Gogita Todradze, the Executive Director of the National Statistics Office of Georgia (Geostat), delivered a public lecture to students of the Faculty of Economics and Business at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University. The topic of the lecture was “Key Priorities for the Development of Official Statistics – Past Experience and Present-Day Realities”.

 

The event was attended by around 150 students and members of the academic staff. Mr. Todradze was welcomed by the Dean of the Faculty, Associate Professor Merab Khokhobaia.

 

During the lecture, Mr. Gogita Todradze discussed the key priorities for the development of official statistics, current challenges, and the importance of reliable statistical data. He also introduced students to Geostat’s main areas of activity and the role of official statistics in supporting the country’s development.

 

As part of the visit, the parties also discussed prospects for strengthening cooperation between the University and Geostat. Mr. Todradze also viewed the Faculty’s ongoing infrastructure projects and visited the Bloomberg Laboratory.

 

Such meetings contribute to strengthening cooperation between academic circles and the national statistical authority, while also helping students gain a better understanding of the practical importance of official statistics.