There are many good reasons why it makes sound business sense to contribute towards implementing the Global Compact principles including:

• Reduce the cost of doing business by tackling matters that increase costs, in particular corruption

• Increase attractiveness of company to foreign companies and investors

• Harnessing business opportunities by meeting like-minded companies

• Public Relations opportunities and receive public recognition

• Attract high-quality employees

• Improve employer-employee relations by providing an arena for dialog between employers and employees

• Reap dividends of rights-conscious consumers

• Participate in events, build relationships and gain valuable insights

• Improve perception of Georgia as an investment destination by foreign investors and getting closer to EU