Georgia, March 9 -- Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masato Kanda met with Prime Minister of Georgia Irakli Kobakhidze to reaffirm ADB's strong commitment to the country as one of its largest development partners. Since Georgia became a member in 2007, ADB has provided nearly $6 billion in loans, grants, and technical assistance, of which more than $1 billion has been provided through private sector investments. Discussions focused on strengthening connectivity and reinforcing Georgia's role along the Middle Corridor, with the impacts of projects extending beyond the country to benefit the region. Key initiatives highlighted included major upgrades to transport corridors, such as the recently completed Rikoti section of the East-West ...