On February 5, 2019 the US Senate hosted the Forum “Challenges of the South-East Europe and Countering Russian Actions in the Region” attended by the Deputy Chair of the PABSEC Legai and Political Affairs Committee, Ramaz Nikolaishvili.

The Forum aimed at enhancement of partnership and implementation of the national defense strategy in the region.

R. Nikolaishvili attended the Forum with invitation of the Armed Forces Committee in the Senate.

The Forum was attended by the US House of Representatives and Senators, leaders of the Balkan countries and Government and MPs.

R. Nikolaishvili met with the high officials of various countries, including the President of Albania to discuss cooperation in the Black Sea region.