Georgia’s trade with China continued to expand in 2025, with imports showing a notable increase, making China one of the country’s key economic partners.
According to data covering the first eight months of 2025, Georgia–China trade turnover reached $1.4 billion, accounting for 8.7% of Georgia’s total foreign trade. This marks a 15% year-on-year increase, placing China as Georgia’s fourth-largest trading partner overall.
China also remains Georgia’s third-largest importing source. Imports grew by 18.6%, amounting to $1.2 billion between January and August.
Top-5 Imported Products from China (Jan–Aug 2025):
- Air conditioning devices – $44.8 million
- Flat-rolled carbon steel (600 mm or wider) – $40.7 million
- Calculating machines and components – $35.9 million
- Pneumatic rubber springs and tires – $33.7 million
- Cars – $31.9 million
In response to BMG’s inquiry, Geostat provided data on the top importers from China, identifying the following companies as leading traders during the first eight months of 2025 (in no specific order):
- Alta LLC,
- Gorgia LLC,
- MTechnics LLC,
- Tegeta Motors LLC,
- Korean Electronics LLC,
- Magticom LLC,
- Magnum+ LLC,
- Nova LLC,
- Omega LLC,
- Georgia Electronic Company Trade LLC.
While imports have risen, exports to China have slightly declined. During the same period, Georgian exports fell by 3.3%, totaling $196 million, positioning China as Georgia’s seventh-largest export partner.
Top 5 Exported Products to China (Jan–Aug 2025):
- Precious metal ores and concentrates – $150.6 million
- Medical and veterinary instruments or equipment – $14.8 million
- Spices (including cinnamon, saffron, cumin, bay leaves, curry, and others) – $10.1 million
- Natural grape wines – $6.5 million
- Copper ores and concentrates – $3.4 million
The continued rise in imports underscores Georgia’s growing dependence on Chinese industrial and consumer goods, while the modest drop in exports highlights the need for diversification in trade products and markets.
