Tbilisi, Georgia: The Deputy Minister of Defense of Georgia, Paata Patiashvili played a pivotal role in the panel discussions at the London event.
His active participation in these discussions, which focused on rehabilitation, socialization, and support for wounded and injured employees and their families, demonstrated the Ministry’s commitment to these crucial issues.
The discussions also laid the groundwork for the next 10 years of the Stronger Games Fund, highlighting the Ministry’s forward-thinking approach.
Paata Patiashvili’s visit to London was marked by significant bilateral meetings. He had the honor of meeting with the Duke of Sussex Prince Harry, whose patronage extends to the ‘Games of Power’ held worldwide.
The Deputy Minister also held fruitful discussions with Dominic Reed and Ken Fisher, executive directors of the Invictus Games Foundation and the Fisher House Foundation. These meetings underscored the importance of international cooperation, future prospects, and the provision of sports equipment for Georgian military personnel.
One of the main directions of the Ministry of Defense of Georgia is the social support of military personnel, including the rehabilitation and socialization of wounded and injured servicemen, which has special state and public importance.
The Ministry has been actively involved in initiatives such as providing medical and psychological support, facilitating reintegration into civilian life, and organizing recreational activities for wounded and injured personnel and their family members.
These efforts have been instrumental in their systematic participation in “Strong Games” since 2014, which is an integral part of the physical and psychological rehabilitation process for Georgian military personnel.
Ministry of Defense of Georgia
The Ministry of Defense of Georgia is the Georgian government ministry in charge of the Defense Forces of Georgia and regulates activities related to defending the country from external threats, preserving territorial integrity, and waging wars on behalf of Georgia.