Georgia's economy sees 12% growth

In January-August this year, the real value of the gross domestic product (GDP) in Georgia was 12% higher than the same period last year, said the National Statistics Office of Georgia.

In August alone, the neighbouring country's economy grew by 10.3%.

Last month saw growth in manufacturing, finance and insurance, trade, electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning, hotels and restaurants, transportation and warehousing, entertainment and recreation. The construction sector and the mining industry witnessed a decline.