Tbilisi. The Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) is a global standard, endorsed by multi-countries and stakeholders, to promote an open and accountable management of natural resources.

''IDFI continues supporting Georgia's engagement in Extractive Industry Transparency Initiative. Implementing the international standard of transparency and accountability will enhance an investment and generally, business environment, will improve corporate governance, promote openness of governmental policy, increase citizen awareness and control on transit and extractive industries, which would contribute to increased trust of citizens to the government officials and decrease the risks of corruption'', is noted in the statement.

Source: idfi.ge