Foreign diplomats working in the Primorsky Krai, Russia celebrated the Day — one of the youngest public holidays in our country. A brief excursion into the history of the holiday, as well as the results of the joint work and the prospects for further cooperation were the fabric of celebrations, reports RIA «Daily News of Vladivostok.»
Today, the consular district in the Primorye Territory has 19 diplomatic missions — consulates general and honorary consuls devices. For general and honorary consuls working in the territory of Primorye, Russia Day has become not only a unique excursion into the history of this holiday, but also an opportunity to exchange views.
Welcoming all diplomats
Head of Vladivostok Mission Foreign Ministry Andrei Brovarets
, Stressed that Russia Day — a holiday of people who are aware of their close relationship with the Russian land, its past, present and future.
Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Primorsky Viktor Gorchakov
in his speech touched upon the history of the holiday, but also stressed that a variety of contacts in the field of culture, industry, tourism is very much influenced by the political element of the state in the international community. Here, an important role belongs to the diplomats.
On behalf of the entire diplomatic corps was welcomed by
U.S. Consul General in Vladivostok, Ms. Sylvia Reed Curran:
Russia Day — a celebration of the whole country. And such a day — one of the most important festivals for any state. Despite his youth, celebration of 12 years, it is very important, and the Russians understand its importance. During this period, Russia has come a long and difficult road. So on this day I want to wish prosperity and well-being of all citizens of a great country.
Today Vladivostok is located at the intersection of the interests of Russia and the countries of the Asia-Pacific region. His status — «Center for International Cooperation in ATRTS» has long been known to politicians, businessmen and many ordinary citizens of different states. Many diplomats witnessed how they have changed shape in front of Vladivostok. The significance of the Day of Russia to Vladivostok stressed
Mayor Igor Pushkarev seaside capital:
— We perform all the tasks to Vladivostok, has indeed become a center for international cooperation in the Asia Pacific region. In front of all of us expect a lot of international events, we strive to ensure that international developments in the field of culture, sports, economy, tourism, friendships are strengthened and expanded. It\’s nice that in a growing number of diplomatic missions, but I am sure that in this area of Vladivostok potential is much greater. And in keeping with this role of each of you, as a representative of the state, will continue to grow. This is the direction from where the expansion of contacts and relationships benefit all parties. Growth of trade, exchange of delegations of the increase in tourist traffic — it is our joint work. Vladivostok — this is not a closed city, and the gates Russia, opening for investment, joint projects and cooperation.
The participants of the celebration stressed that in recent years the country has done much to strengthen the authority of the Russian state and to improve the quality of life of residents.