Mikhail Galuzin, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation congratulated Oleg Bartsits, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Abkhazia on Diplomat's Day.
Mikhail Shurgalin, Ambassador Extraordinary read the congratulatory address and Plenipotentiary of Russia to Abkhazia at a ceremonial meeting dedicated to the 33-rd anniversary of the founding of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Abkhazia.
It is noted in particular:
"The Ministry you lead has undergone a difficult development path and is today actively addressing important issues in developing of the Republic's foreign relations and maintaining stability in the region.
We note with satisfaction the high professional qualities of the staff of the Abkhazian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, who selflessly serve the interests of the Motherland.
We attach great importance to close foreign policy coordination between our ministries and missions abroad, which contributes to strengthening of Russian-Abkhaz friendship and enhancing of the Republic's international standing."
Mikhail Galuzin wished Oleg Bartsits and all Abkhaz diplomats good health, happiness, and continued success in their work.