GTU Rector Congratulates Prominent Statesman, Scientist, and Teacher Nodar Chitanava on His 90th Anniversary

Rector of the Georgian Technical University, Academician David Gurgenidze, on behalf of the university community, congratulates the statesman, scientist and teacher, Doctor of Economic Sciences, Professor, Chief Researcher of the Irakli Zhordania Center for the Study of Georgian Industrial Forces and Natural Resources of the Georgian Technical University, Academician of the Georgian Academy of Agricultural Sciences – Nodar Chitanava on his 90th anniversary.

It is noteworthy that after the declaration of independence of Georgia, Nodar Chitanava took an active part in the historical process that, by the Act of April 9, 1991, recognized the restoration of Georgia’s state independence. Along with state activities, he was actively engaged in scientific and pedagogical work. For many years, he headed the Scientific Research Institute of Socio-Economic and Regional Problems of Georgia. Currently, he works at the Irakli Zhordania Center for the Study of Georgian Production Forces and Natural Resources of the Georgian Technical University. Nodar Chitanava’s research concerns such important issues as the transformation processes of the national economy, the socio-economic development of the agro-industrial complex and regions, land resources, and the problems of using the country’s intellectual potential, etc.

“I heartily congratulate Mr. Nodar Chitanava on his 90th birthday! This date is a unique opportunity to once again emphasize his intellectual and professional path as a scientist and teacher.

Mr. Nodar’s experience and knowledge are proof of professionalism, intellectual labor, and love of science. He is not only a scientist but also a worthy citizen, whose life path is an example for generations.

Mr. Nodar, I congratulate you on your anniversary, I wish you good health and longevity!” is stated in the rector’s congratulation letter.

For information: Nodar Chitanava has authored several important monographs and scientific works, including: “Agriculture of Georgia – Transformation, Problems, Prospects”; “Socio-economic Problems of the Transition Period”; “Metamorphoses and Prospects of the Georgian Economy”; “Challenges and Strategy of the Georgian Economy”; “Global Challenges in a Unipolar World.” Nodar Chitanava’s works pay special attention to the national conceptual vision of economic development and how economic policy should serve to strengthen the country’s sovereignty and the general well-being of society.