**Giorgi Tkemaladze Takes Over as Tbilisi’s New Vice Mayor**
In a recent briefing, Kakha Kaladze, the Mayor of Tbilisi, announced that Giorgi Tkemaladze has been appointed as the new Vice Mayor of the city. Tkemaladze takes over from Irakli Khmaladze, who recently moved to become Deputy Minister of Justice.
**A Familiar Face in City Governance**
Giorgi Tkemaladze is no stranger to Tbilisi’s governance scene. He has been the Chair of the Tbilisi City Council (Sakrebulo) since 2021 and held the same position during the previous convocation of the Assembly as well. Mayor Kaladze praised Tkemaladze, saying that “all the projects that have been implemented and are being carried out in the capital have involved the City Council and Giorgi personally.” He expressed confidence that Tkemaladze’s qualifications and engagement will help continue important initiatives and projects already underway.
**A Key Figure in Urban Development**
According to Mayor Kaladze, Giorgi Tkemaladze has long been a key figure in Tbilisi’s governance. He is expected to play a leading role in the city’s urban development and strategic planning efforts moving forward. The appointment of Tkemaladze as Vice Mayor indicates that the Georgian Dream (GD) government is looking to continue their ambitious plans for the city.
**A Change in Leadership**
The change in leadership comes at a time when Tbilisi is facing various challenges, including urban development, infrastructure projects, and strategic planning. With Tkemaladze at the helm as Vice Mayor, it remains to be seen how he will tackle these issues and contribute to the city’s growth and development.
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