Within the scope of Batumi International Conference - "Georgia's European Way", the Acting Minister of Education and Science of Georgia - Mikheil Chkhenkeli held an introductory meeting with the member of the European Union Affairs Committee of the Irish Parliament - Gerard P. Craughwell and the Head of the International and European Relations Institute (IIEA) - Rory Quin.

The sides discussed the possibilities of implementing joint projects between the two higher education institutions. Among other important topics, the development of exchange programs within the field of vocational and higher education was discussed thoroughly. The Irish side positively evaluated the possibility of enhancing academic relations with Georgia and expressed their eagerness for future cooperation.