The Embassy of the Russian Federation in Islamabad is the diplomatic mission of Russia to Pakistan. The post of Russian Ambassador to Pakistan is currently held by Danila Ganich, incumbent since 11 April 2019.[1] There is a consulate general in Karachi, and an honorary consul is based in Lahore.[2]
| Embassy of Russia in Islamabad | |
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| Location | Islamabad, Pakistan |
| Address | Diplomatic Enclave, Sector 4 |
| Ambassador | Danila Ganich |
| Website | Embassy of Russia in Islamabad |
Overview
editThe first Russian embassy was established in Karachi on 1 May 1948 with the beginning of diplomatic relations with Pakistan. In August 1960 the capital was moved from Karachi to Islamabad, with the embassy in Karachi becoming a consulate-general, while a new embassy was established in Islamabad.
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "Ambassador H.E. Danila V. Ganich". Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Russia). Retrieved 24 September 2019.
- ^ "Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Karachi: About the consulate general". Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Russia). Archived from the original on 24 September 2019. Retrieved 24 September 2019.