(Salome Mamuladze – The Jamestown Foundation) On July 6, the Georgian government announced that it will develop and own the Anaklia Deep Sea Port under a state-led “landlord model” after a People’s Republic of China (PRC)-led consortium selected in 2024 withdrew from the project. The decision has raised concerns over financing, cargo demand, and Georgia’s ability to sustain a project previously expected to rely on private investment. Anaklia’s success also depends on regional infrastructure and partnerships beyond Tbilisi’s control. Georgia is seeking greater regional participation, particularly from Central Asian states, to secure cargo flows and strengthen Anaklia’s role in the Middle Corridor. – Georgia’s Anaklia Pivots to State Ownership – Jamestown
